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A vibrant Balkan breakfast spread featuring flaky burek, creamy kajmak, tangy ajvar, fresh bread, pickled vegetables, eggs, and a steaming cup of Turkish coffee, beautifully arranged on a rustic wooden table.

The Balkan Breakfast

Wendy
Balkan breakfast is a hearty mix of flaky pastries, creamy spreads, fresh bread, cheeses, and eggs, often served with Turkish coffee or herbal tea. Rooted in Mediterranean, Ottoman, and Slavic traditions, it’s a flavorful and social dining experience gaining global popularity.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine balkan, Mediterranean
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Phyllo dough for burek
  • Red peppers eggplant, and garlic (for ajvar)
  • Heavy cream for kajmak
  • Fresh bread cheeses, and pickled vegetables

Instructions
 

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Burek

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  • Layer phyllo dough sheets with melted butter.
  • Add your filling (cheese, meat, or spinach) and roll the dough.
  • Bake for 30–40 minutes, or until golden brown.

Ajvar

  • Roast red peppers and eggplants until their skins are charred.
  • Peel and blend them with garlic, olive oil, and salt.
  • Store in jars and refrigerate for up to a week.

Kajmak

  • Heat heavy cream in a shallow pan until a skin forms on top.
  • Skim off the top layer and let it ferment slightly.
  • Chill before serving.

Notes

  • Calories: 450
  • Total Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugars: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
Keyword ajvar spread, Balkan breakfast, Balkan cuisine, burek recipe, traditional Balkan food