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Mekica | Traditional Flatbread From Bulgaria, Southeastern Europe | TasteAtlas
Mekica | Traditional Flatbread From Bulgaria, Southeastern Europe | TasteAtlas
Mekica | Traditional Flatbread From Bulgaria, Southeastern Europe | TasteAtlas
Mekica | Traditional Flatbread From Bulgaria, Southeastern Europe | TasteAtlas

Mekica

(Mekitsa, Mекица, Bulgarian Fried Bread)

Mekitsa is a popular Bulgarian dish that is traditionally served for breakfast. It is a flatbread made with kneaded dough that is then deep-fried in hot oil. The dough usually consists of flour, water, salt, oil, eggs, yogurt, and a leavening agent.


The name mekitsa is derived from the Bulgarian root mek, meaning soft, referring to the flatbread's texture. These flatbreads can be dusted with powdered sugar or paired with yogurt, honey, cheese, or various fruit jams.