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Popara
A hearty and comforting Montenegrin dish made from stale bread soaked in milk or water, often enriched with cheese and butter.
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Voorbereidingstijd5 minutes
Kooktijd15 minutes
Totale tijd20 minutes
Porties4
MoeilijkheidsgraadEasy
🧂 Ingrediënten
- 500 g Stale bread(cubed or torn into pieces)
- 750 ml Milk
- 150 g Cheese(e.g., Njeguški sir, or a firm white cheese, crumbled)
- 50 g Butter
- 1 tsp Salt(or to taste)
👨🍳 Instructies
- 1
Place the stale bread cubes in a large pot or deep skillet.
- 2
Pour the milk over the bread, ensuring it is mostly submerged. Add salt.
- 3
Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the bread has softened and absorbed most of the milk, about 10-12 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the crumbled cheese and butter. Continue to cook, stirring, until the cheese has melted and the mixture is creamy and well combined, about 3-5 minutes.
- 5
Serve hot, optionally with an extra dollop of butter or a sprinkle of cheese on top.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use day-old or slightly stale bread for the best texture.
- ✓Adjust the amount of milk based on how creamy you prefer your Popara.
- ✓Njeguški sir is traditional, but any firm, salty white cheese will work.
✨ Ideeën voor Variaties
Inspiratie voor uw eigen versie van dit recept
- Add a fried egg on top for a more substantial meal.
- Some variations include a spoonful of sour cream or kajmak for added richness.
- For a sweeter version, use water instead of milk and add a bit of sugar and honey.