My category with main course dishes is rather large. It includes a big selection of traditional Balkan recipes with meat, poultry, fish and seafood, as well as vegetarian dishes.
Balkan people are particularly fond of meat. For centuries, families in the villages have been farming animals for self consumption. Although, predominantly, the oldest traditional Balkan dishes are made with lamb, there is a great number of recipes with pork, beef and chicken.
Most of the locals in the villages grow vegetables and vegetarian dishes are also very popular.
Fish and seafood are most accessible near the sea. All traditional recipes with seafood come from these areas.
Sauerkraut and rice cooked in the oven is a popular winter dish in the Balkans. It is a delicious, nutritious, vegan-friendly and gluten-free meal.
Greek Souvlaki is a timeless classic. This recipe is easy to make and produces the most delicious grilled chicken on skewers.
Authentic Greek Pork Souvlaki are mouth-watering, juicy, smoky pieces of tender pork meat grilled on skewers and served in a pita wrap.
This is an easy-to-make recipe for an incredibly delicious authentic Greek Lamb Kleftiko cooked sealed inside a parchment parcel or wrap.
This Turkish Lamb Guvec is a hearty dish with earthy aromas and delicious juices, slow-cooked in a clay pot. Simple, but delicious!
This Best Balkan Meatball Soup comes from the classic Bulgarian cuisine. It is rich and nourishing, with beautiful flavours and texture.
The Authentic Balkan Lentil Stew makes a hearty and nourishing dish, rich in fibre and a great vegan and vegetarian option. It’s a perfect winter meal.
Authentic Bulgarian Grilled Meatballs (Kyofte) are delicious meat patties similar to a burger, traditionally cooked on a grill or a barbecue.
Authentic Balkan Sausage and Bean Stew is a wonderful hearty dish, slow-cooked in a clay pot for beautiful rich and earthy flavours.
My Easter Lamb Kleftiko makes a perfect Sunday roast and is great served with Greek-style roasted vegetables or a fresh Greek salad.
