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Valbona (Albania)
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Vegetarian
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Nutritional Values
400kcal
12gProtein
58gCarbs
16gFat
2gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
Fli
How to order / say it
Say it
Fli — [flee]
Order
I would like to try Fli, please.
Locally
Dua të provoj Fli, ju lutem.
Say locally
A traditional multi-layered pancake-like dish from Valbona.
Why try it?
Fli is a celebration dish in Valbona, intricately layered and representing community gatherings and shared meals. It embodies the hospitality that Valbona is known for.
How it tastes
Fli has a distinct earthy and savory taste with a soft, layered texture. It's mildly buttery with hints of cooling yogurt, often served with fresh sheep cheese.
Origin & History — first documented: 1890
Fli became iconic in Valbona in the late 19th century, often prepared for special occasions and communal meals. The dish's preparation is a family affair, passed down through generations.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 500 g flour
- 🥛 200 g yogurt
- 🥛 100 g butter
- 250 ml water
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🥚 1 egg
Method
- 1 Mix flour, water, yogurt, and salt in a bowl.
- 2 Heat a pan and pour a thin layer of the mixture.
- 3 Let it cook partially, then add a dollop of butter.
- 4 Repeat layering until the mixture is used up.
- 5 Let it cook fully and then serve warm.
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