In this category, you will find delicious recipes on a low budget.
In the current situation of recession and price rises around the world, cooking low cost meals at home is essential for many.
All these recipes come from the traditional Balkan cuisines and produce simple dishes. But we all know, simple food does not have to be boring. In my opinion, what makes a meal exciting are the spices or the dressing. You can use the most basic ingredients and if you season them well, they will taste fantastic.
My selection of recipes on a budget will provide you with nutritious and healthy meals that will not break the bank and can be enjoyed by most. Many of these dishes are vegan and vegetarian and can be served as a side or a main course.
Greek Tzatziki Dip is a creamy appetiser made with yoghurt, cucumber and fresh herbs. As a dip, it compliments well all grilled veggies and meats!
I love these pickled chillies with dill! They make a great condiment and the instructions are really easy to follow.
This easy Bean Salad recipe comes from the classic Bulgarian cuisine. It’s great on its own as a vegan meal and can complements all grilled meats.
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.
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 Balkan Sausage and Bean Stew is a wonderful hearty dish, slow-cooked in a clay pot for beautiful rich and earthy flavours.
The classic Bulgarian Bean Soup, known as Bob Chorba, is a centuries-old vegan dish with melt-in-the-mouth veggies and fantastic aromas.
