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Shapkat | Traditional Savory Pie From Gjirokastër, Albania | TasteAtlas

Shapkat

(Lakror, Pispili)

Shapkat is a traditional corn pie casserole that's usually filled with feta cheese, dill, and spinach. The dish originates from the city of Gjirokastra. Although this casserole is traditionally stuffed with spinach, there are also variations that replace it with leeks, wild cabbage, and various local greens.


Other ingredients for the casserole include corn flour, olive oil, green onions, and milk. Shapkat is baked until the surface develops a golden brown color, and it's then served warm, ideally with a glass of yogurt on the side.

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Yogurt

Often referred to as one of the oldest fermented ingredients in the world, yogurt is produced by bacterial fermentation of milk. This versatile ingredient can ... Read more

WHERE TO EAT The best Shapkat in the world (according to food experts)

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Mrizi i Zanave Agriturizëm

FishtëAlbania
Rruga Lezhë - Vau i Dejës
Recommended by David Hoffmann and 2 other food critics.
"Phenomenal. It set my taste buds on a wild journey that would not end until I left the following morning."
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Resort Kerculla

GjirokastërAlbania
Rruga Bashkim Kokona
Recommended by Franko Zrin
Their Shapkat, together with all traditional starters loke Qifqi is just amazing

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