Feta in Shopski style
4 servings
35 minutes
Shopska feta is a vibrant and aromatic dish of Bulgarian cuisine that reflects the warm Mediterranean tradition. It combines tender salty feta with juicy tomatoes, spicy sausages, and a velvety egg topping. Baked sweet pepper adds a light smoky note to the dish, while paprika finishes it with appetizing spiciness. The origins of this dish trace back to Bulgarian villages where simple yet flavorful ingredients create cozy and hearty meals. Shopska feta is perfect for a warm family dinner or a friendly gathering when you want to enjoy the rich flavors and aromas of the Balkans. The dish is served hot with crispy bread, allowing you to fully experience the play of textures — tender feta, airy egg topping, and roasted vegetables. Its simplicity in preparation and rich taste make it a true gem of Bulgarian cuisine.
1
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Grease 4 fireproof dishes with butter. Finely chop the feta and place it at the bottom of the dishes. Mix the chopped tomatoes and sausages, and place them on top of the cheese. Slice the butter thinly and distribute half among the 4 dishes. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Butter: 50 g
- Feta cheese: 400 g
- Tomatoes: 200 g
- Frankfurter sausages: 2 pieces
- Butter: 50 g
2
Beat the eggs with a little salt, then distribute the mixture into 4 molds. Cut the peppers into thin rings, lightly drizzle with vegetable oil, and place on top of the egg mixture. Add the remaining butter on top. Sprinkle with paprika and return to the oven for 10-15 minutes until the pepper is browned. Serve very hot.
- Chicken egg: 8 pieces
- Salt: to taste
- Fresh red bell pepper: 4 pieces
- Paprika: pinch
- Butter: 50 g
3
Soak the feta in cold water for 1 hour. Drain and dry well.
- Feta cheese: 400 g