Description
These Bulgarian Cheese Sandwiches are a delicious and simple dish inspired by traditional Bulgarian flavors. Made with soft, fresh bread and a generous amount of salty, tangy Bulgarian white cheese (sirene), these sandwiches are quick to prepare and full of comforting flavors. Perfect for a light lunch or a snack, the addition of herbs and a touch of olive oil makes them irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–4 slices of crusty bread (such as French bread or a baguette)
- ½ cup Bulgarian white cheese (sirene), crumbled (or use feta cheese as a substitute)
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small tomato, sliced (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as oregano or basil), optional for extra flavor
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread:
- Slice the bread into thick pieces, ensuring they’re large enough to hold a good amount of cheese and toppings.
- If you prefer toasted sandwiches, lightly toast the slices in a pan or a toaster.
- Assemble the Sandwich:
- Drizzle a bit of olive oil on each slice of bread.
- Generously crumble the Bulgarian cheese (sirene) on top of the bread. Ensure the cheese is evenly spread across the bread.
- If using, add a layer of sliced tomato on top of the cheese for a fresh contrast.
- Add Seasoning:
- Sprinkle a little salt and pepper on top to taste. You can also add a sprinkle of fresh herbs like oregano or basil for additional flavor.
- Serve:
- Optionally, garnish with some fresh chopped parsley or other fresh herbs.
- Serve the sandwiches immediately as a quick snack or a light meal.
Notes
- If you can’t find Bulgarian white cheese (sirene), feta cheese is a great substitute with a similar salty, tangy taste.
- For an extra crunch, you can grill the sandwich or serve it alongside a fresh salad.
- These sandwiches are very customizable. Feel free to add other ingredients like olives, roasted peppers, or cucumber slices for more flavor.
- Prep Time: 5-10 minutes
- Cook Time: None (or 3-5 minutes if toasting)
- Category: Sandwich, Snack, Quick Meal
- Method: No-Cook, Toasting (optional)
- Cuisine: Bulgarian, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg