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Easy Bulgarian Recipes (Comforting Classics & Family Favorites)
If you’ve ever been curious about Bulgarian food – or just love cozy, home-cooked meals that hit the spot – you’re in for a treat. I grew up in Bulgaria surrounded by comforting dishes made with simple ingredients and big flavor. After spending many years living in the USA, I’ve come to appreciate those traditional recipes even more – they’re a delicious way to stay connected to my roots and share them with the world.
This collection includes some of the most loved Bulgarian meals I make for my family – from Stuffed peppers and Baked beans to cozy soups and sweet Medenki cookies. Whether you’re Bulgarian yourself, married to one, or just love exploring global flavors, these recipes are all easy, approachable, and made to be enjoyed at the table with people you love.
These are some of my favorite traditional Bulgarian recipes — the kind of food I grew up with, and the kind I still crave today. It’s a joy to share them here with you, especially now that I’ve spent years blending my love for Bulgarian cooking with my life in the U.S. food blogging world.
Table of Contents
- Bulgarian White Bean Soup (Bob Chorba)
- Oyster Mushroom Soup (Fake Tripe Soup)
- Stovetop Cabbage with Ground Beef
- Potato Moussaka (Bulgarian Style)
- Beef Tongue Recipe
- Cottage and Feta Cheese Stuffed Peppers
- Shopska Salad (Tomato, Cucumber & Cheese Salad)
- Bulgarian Green Salad
- Traditional Easter Eggs with Leaf Prints
- Bulgarian Honey Cookies (Medenki)
- Low-Carb Stuffed Meatloaf Roll
- Keto Banitsa
- Filo Swirls with Eggs and Feta
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Bulgarian White Bean Soup (Bob Chorba)
A hearty and comforting classic made with beans, vegetables, and herbs — perfect for chilly days.
Oyster Mushroom Soup (Fake Tripe Soup)
A modern vegetarian twist on the beloved Bulgarian tripe soup — comforting and full of umami.
Stovetop Cabbage with Ground Beef
Simple, hearty, and budget-friendly. This cabbage dish is pure home-cooked comfort.
Potato Moussaka (Bulgarian Style)
Potato Moussaka Recipe – a traditional Bulgarian dish made with cubed potatoes, ground beef and pork, tomatoes, onion and seasoning. Topped with thick Bechemel sauce.
Beef Tongue Recipe
Beef Tongue Recipe – tender on the inside and crisp and buttery on the outside, this beef tongue melts in your mouth.
Cottage and Feta Cheese Stuffed Peppers
ender peppers stuffed with creamy cheese, fresh herbs, and rice — one of your most loved dishes.
Shopska Salad (Tomato, Cucumber & Cheese Salad)
The ultimate Bulgarian salad — light, fresh, and topped with plenty of white brined cheese.
Bulgarian Green Salad
A springtime favorite made with lettuce, scallions, radishes, and a simple oil-vinegar dressing.
Traditional Easter Eggs with Leaf Prints
Celebrate Bulgarian-style Easter with these naturally dyed, beautifully patterned eggs.
Bulgarian Honey Cookies (Medenki)
Soft, spiced honey cookies — perfect for holidays or an afternoon treat with tea.
Low-Carb Stuffed Meatloaf Roll
A keto-friendly, Bulgarian-inspired meatloaf stuffed with eggs, cheese, and spinach.
Keto Banitsa
A low-carb twist on the classic banitsa — made with almond flour and rich cheese filling.
Filo Swirls with Eggs and Feta
Golden and crispy pastry spirals filled with tangy feta and fluffy egg — irresistible!
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If you try any of these recipes, I’d love to hear what you think! Tag me on Instagram @cookinglsl or leave a comment — it always makes my day. ❤️
And if you’re hungry for more, don’t miss my full Bulgarian Recipes collection — or check out my lighter takes on comfort food in the Low-Carb Recipes section.
