Typical Serbian Food Rich in Taste and History

Ajvar

Ajvar is a simple dish made from a mixture of red chili peppers, olive oil and a pinch of salt. It is generally served in small plates and it is the ideal condiment for a plate of pršuta (dried ham served raw, similar to Italian prosciutto) and cheese. Maybe ajvar is some kind of Serbian hummus.

This Serbian food tastes very tasty and to make it even more delicious, some recipes for this dish add a touch of black pepper or white wine vinegar. When traveling in Serbia and shopping in its supermarkets, visitors can find various brands of ajvar. The difference is depending on where people buy it.

Pljeskavica

This typical Serbian food is a type of patty and is generally made from beef or pork and added a spicy taste. Pljeskavica can be served in bread along with onions. For the patty, it is mixed with a kind of milky cream and pepper sauce.

Pljeskavica is a street food that is easy to find and is actually one of the most popular snacks in the country. This Serbian specialty is cheap and filling because of its meat content. If you want to try this typical Serbian meat dish, it’s not difficult because there are many places you can visit.

Sarma

Sarma is a dish that is commonly found and consumed throughout the Middle East, Central Asia and the Balkans. The Serbian version of cabbage rolls consists of a cabbage filling consisting of minced pork, sauerkraut rice and tomato sauce. For the vegetarian version, you can use vegetables as an alternative to pork.

It is a popular food and is traditionally eaten during the winter months and is commonly served during festive occasions. For the summer version, the cabbage can be replaced with grape leaves. Initially, sarma was believed to have originated from the Ottomans. The name sarma itself comes from a Turkish word which means ‘to wrap’.

Skembici

Apart from grilled meat, another main dish in Serbia is stew, for example Skembici soup. Skembici have many varieties in Eastern European cuisine. Skembici is beef or pork tripe in a vegetable stew with spices, served with boiled potatoes. For those of you who are innards lovers, this traditional Serbian dish that has been around since the 13th century is really worth trying.

Meze

Meze is an appetizer menu consisting of various small dishes. Unlike mezes found in the Middle East, Serbian mezes do not usually include cooked dishes. This meze includes sliced cured meats and sausages, cheese, olives, fresh vegetables and uršija (pickled vegetables).

Gibanica

Gibanica is a traditional pastry where pastry in Serbia is very popular to eat either for breakfast, dinner or as a snack. It is usually made with cheese and egg whites. Recipes can range from sweet to savory, and from simple to elaborate layers of cake.

Sarma

Sarma is mustard rolls filled with various kinds of fillings, such as pieces of vegetables and meat. But Serbia has a special dish of Sarma which is stuffed with minced pork, rice or sauerkraut. Not only that, in the chicory rolls, tomato sauce is also added to complement the taste. Sarma is a popular dish in Serbia which is often cooked as a dish in celebration or during the cold season.

If you are interested in tasting this food, you can visit the LCBC Bend restaurant. If you are confused about the address, you can visit the lcbcbend.