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Nutritional Values
450kcal
16gProtein
40gCarbs
25gFat
2gFibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
🥚 Eggs
Sofia Style Banitsa
How to order / say it
Say it
Баница по Софийски — [so-fee-ya sty-le ba-neet-sa]
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Can I have Sofia Style Banitsa?
Locally
Мога ли да получа Баница по Софийски?
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Layered pastry filled with cheese and eggs.
Why try it?
Banitsa holds a nostalgic value for many in Sofia, marking festive occasions and everyday breakfasts alike, symbolic of shared gatherings.
How it tastes
Crispy on the outside yet soft and cheesy inside, this pastry has a delightful savory flavor complemented by a flaky texture.
Origin & History — first documented: 1890
Dating back to the 19th century, this version of banitsa reflects Sofia’s twist on a traditional favorite, distinguished by its local cheese varieties.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 400 g filo dough
- 🥛 250 g feta cheese
- 🥚 3 eggs
- 🥛 100 g butter
- 🥛 200 ml yogurt
Method
- 1 Crumble cheese and mix with eggs and yogurt.
- 2 Layer filo dough in a baking pan, spreading cheese mixture.
- 3 Bake until golden and crispy.
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