Balkan Recipes
9 recipes in this category
How to Make Macedonian Meatballs (Kjuftinja)
Macedonian kjuftinja are bite-size fried beef meatballs seasoned with oregano and mint. Learn how to make this Balkan classic with mash, lemon, or tomato sauce.
How to Make Slovenian Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Tender Slovenian polpete braised in a rich tomato sauce with marjoram and garlic. A 45-minute one-pot Balkan family dinner served with creamy mashed potatoes.
How to Make Serbian Ćufte (Meatballs in Tomato Sauce)
Make Serbian ćufte with beef and pork, milk-soaked bread, paprika, and a smooth tomato sauce. This comforting Balkan dinner is ready in about 50 minutes.
How to Make Bosnian Ćufte (Meatballs in Rich Tomato Sauce)
Traditional Bosnian ćufte - tender ground beef meatballs simmered in a savory tomato sauce with garlic and herbs. A beloved Balkan comfort food.
Macedonian Kebapi: Grilled Balkan Meatball Sausages Recipe
Authentic Macedonian kebapi recipe - juicy grilled meatball sausages with beef, pork, paprika, and cumin. Served with ajvar and somun bread. 30-minute grill dinner.
Croatian Ćufte (Meatballs in Tomato Sauce) Recipe
Croatian ćufte are tender beef and pork meatballs simmered in a rich tomato-vegeta sauce. A Balkan comfort food classic served with mashed potatoes.
Bulgarian Kufteta (Grilled Meatballs with Cumin and Chubritsa)
Authentic Bulgarian kufteta recipe - juicy grilled meatballs with cumin, chubritsa, and parsley. Charcoal-grilled Balkan comfort food, ready in 30 minutes.
Albanian Qofte: Grilled Herb Meatballs Recipe
Authentic Albanian qofte recipe - juicy lamb and beef meatballs with fresh mint, grilled to charred perfection. Serve with yogurt and tomato salad. 30-minute dinner.
Serbian Cevapi: Grilled Balkan Meatballs Recipe
Authentic cevapi recipe - juicy Balkan grilled meatballs with beef and lamb, served in somun bread with ajvar and onions. 30-minute grill dinner.