- Shopska Salad (Шопска салата): A refreshing salad made with chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and bell peppers, topped with grated white cheese. It's a national favorite and a staple in many Bulgarian meals.
- Banitsa (Баница): A traditional pastry made of layers of filo dough filled with a mixture of eggs, yogurt, and white cheese. It's often eaten for breakfast or as a snack.
- Tarator (Таратор): A cold soup made from yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, dill, walnuts, and water. It's light and refreshing, perfect for hot summer days.
- Kavarma (Кавърма): A slow-cooked stew made with pork or chicken, onions, peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms, and spices. It's often prepared in clay pots.
- Sarmi (Сърми): Stuffed cabbage or vine leaves filled with a mixture of minced meat (usually pork or beef), rice, and spices. Vegetarian versions are also common.
- Meshana Skara (Мешана скара): A mixed grill platter featuring various types of grilled meats, including kebapche (grilled minced meat rolls), kyufte (meatballs), pork chops, and sausages.
- Kebapche (Кебапче): Grilled minced meat rolls, often served as part of a mixed grill.
- Breakfast Options
- Mekitsi (Мекици): Deep-fried dough pastry, typically served with jam, honey, or sirene (white cheese).
- Palachinki (Палачинки): Thin Bulgarian pancakes that can be rolled around various fillings.
- Katmi (Катми): Thicker pancakes rolled around stuffing.
- Desserts
- Kazanlak Doughnuts: A specific type of doughnuts from the town of Kazanlak.
- Buhti (Бухти): Deep-fried dough balls, often served with jam or honey.
Bulgarian cuisine combines Slavic, Ottoman, Greek, and Balkan elements, offering a unique and flavorful dining experience. Enjoy exploring these dishes during your visit!
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