Bulgarian Meat Dishes

Kufte are Bulgarian meat patties that are usually made with pork, veal, or beef (or a combination) as primary ingredients. The meat is ground, then combined with onions, parsley, salt, pepper, and cumin. Savory is often added as a seasoning in ord... READ MORE

Kavarma is a Bulgarian dish that is prepared in traditional clay pots (gyuveche) with fresh vegetables and pork, chicken, or beef. Although the ingredients may vary, the dish typically includes carrots, onions, leeks, mushrooms, peppers, tomatoes,... READ MORE

Kebapche is a Bulgarian dish consisting of spiced minced meat (beef, pork, or a combination of both) shaped into small sausages. The meat must be grilled, not fried, and it is a staple of many Bulgarian festivities and celebrations, pairing extrem... READ MORE

Meshana skara or mixed grill is a traditional meal consisting of a platter full of meat and sides. The platter should contain one kyufte, one pork steak, one kebapche, and one pork skewer. The meat is usually accompanied by frenc... READ MORE

One of the staples of traditional Turkish cuisine, sarma consists of a filling that is snugly surrounded by leaves or leafy vegetables. There are numerous versions of this dish but the mixture typically combines ingredients such as minced meat, ri... READ MORE

Kapama is a typical Bulgarian dish that is most often prepared in the region of Bansko and Razlog. The key ingredients include sauerkraut and different types of meat such as chicken, veal, pork, and rabbit, while rice and sausages can be added to ... READ MORE

Traditional wine kebab is a popular Bulgarian stew made with meat and wine, which are combined with a variety of vegetables and spices. This one-pot dish can be made with any type of meat, but beef is the most common choice. The meat is diced and ... READ MORE

This traditional stew or casserole is typical of Balkan cuisine, and it carries the name of the clay or earthenware pot in which it is traditionally prepared - guvech. Bulgarian guvech stems from the Turkish word güve&cc... READ MORE

This classic Bulgarian dish consisting of meatballs in rich tomato sauce is an authentic delicacy from the city of Chirpan. The region around the city is famous for the production of numerous vegetables, so it is no surprise that kjufteta po Chirp... READ MORE

Chomlek is a traditional North Macedonian stew that is typically prepared with veal or baby beef, a generous amount of tiny, walnut-sized onion bulbs (called kokar or arpadzik in Macedonian), and garlic. Depending on the recipe, ... READ MORE

Drusan kebab is a traditional dish consisting of cubed pork, tomatoes, dried peppers, and onions. The dish is typically prepared in a pan and served hot. Sometimes, drusan kebab is served accompanied by fried eggs.

Katino meze is a typical Bulgarian dish that is usually served as an appetizer. It consists of small pieces of pork and veal that are fried in oil with leeks, peppers, and onions. These ingredients are then baked or stewed in a clay pot with mushr... READ MORE

Hailing from Radomir, kavarma po radomirski or Radomir-style kavarma is a regional variation of the traditional Bulgarian specialty called kavarma, a dish made with meat and vegetables. Although it is prepared in a similar way to other va... READ MORE