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Trachana is a dish of Arabic origin, resembling potpourri. It is often present in the cuisines of Strandzha, Sakar, the Rhodopes and other regions of the country.
The method of preparation of trachana can be likened to the Italian "paste", as the filling is prepared as a dough of flour and vegetables, which after several kneading and rising is dried and crushed. In this way, the canned product can be used all year round to prepare a sauce soaked in toasted bread, garnished with cheese and butter.
The specific thing in the preparation of trachana is that an herb called Trahanovo is used. It gives the specific taste and aroma of the dish, and also enhances the fermentation of the dough.
Each region has different versions of recipes for trahana.
The Strandzha recipe for the dough includes pumpkin, tomatoes, pepper and a special green spice. Some chefs cook trachana with fresh milk.
We will present you some recipes for homemade trahana:
Recipe from the Plovdiv region:
Necessary products: 1000 grams of flour type 500, 100 grams of zucchini, 250 grams of red peppers, 300 grams of sesame seeds, one hot pepper, 1/4 packet of yeast
Method of preparation: Boil the vegetables and rub them through a strainer. Add the flour, yeast dissolved in a little water, finely crushed sesame seeds and salt to taste. Knead the dough and leave it to rise for a day or two. From it form small balls. Once they start to dry, rub them through a colander. Dry the resulting grains.
Recipe from the Sliven region:
Necessary products: 1 tablespoon fucked, 400 milliliters of water, 2-3 slices of stale bread, 70 grams of cheese. Spices on request: savory, black pepper, garlic powder and 1-2 tablespoons of butter or oil.
Method of preparation: For each serving, take 1 tablespoon of trachana and 400 grams of water. Bring the water to a boil with a little salt and place the trachana diluted in a little water in it. Boil for about 10 minutes until the mixture thickens. Toast the slices of old bread and break it into a serving bowl. Crush the cheese on the bread.
If desired, add spices - pepper, garlic powder and more. Drizzle the bread with the cooked trachana and wait about 5 minutes for it to boil. Heat (1-2 tablespoons per serving) oil or butter and fry the red pepper in it. Pour the stuffing over the dish.
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