Traditional dishes typically eaten in Macedonia

 

Macedonian cuisine is a combination of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Eastern European, and Balkan influences. Macedonians have been known for their hospitality and love of food since ancient times. Traditional dishes typically eaten in Macedonia include ajvar (a roasted red pepper spread), tarator (a cold cucumber soup), and shopska salata (a salad made with cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and feta cheese). Grilled meats, such as kebapche (a type of kebab) and shishche (a type of shish kabob), are also popular. Additionally, stuffed vegetables such as dolma (stuffed grape leaves) and sarma (stuffed cabbage leaves) are widely enjoyed. Macedonians typically end their meals with baklava (a sweet pastry made with honey and nuts) or other sweet desserts.

GJOMLEZE

Gjomleze (ѓомлезе) originates from the southwestern part of Macedonia. It is a big soft white pie with a crispy crust. It is still prepared in the same way as hundreds of years ago; with a traditional cooking apparatus called a “sach” (сач). We don't use the sach in this recipe and it can also be prepared in the oven. Be prepared to spend several hours for this specialty, but it's definitely worth it!

KACAMAK (BAKRDAN, CORN PORRIDGE)

Kacamak is a kind of corn porridge made in the Balkan countries. It's known as bakrdan in Macedonia. It's a healthy food, especially eaten in the winter season.

MEKICI (MACEDONIAN DOUGHNUTS)

Mekici are a type of fried dough, very popular in Macedonia. Their taste is similar to doughnuts. It's a tradition that when a baby is born, the grandmother prepares mekici for the newborn. They can be homemade or purchased in bakeries