These are the dishes I grew up with – traditional Transylvanian meals full of flavor, love, and memories. Although I now live in another country, these tastes always bring me home in my heart. Some of them I can only truly enjoy when I visit my paren...
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The Transylvanian oven-baked polenta with sheep cheese is a traditional Hungarian dish made from cornmeal. After cooking the polenta, it is layered with sheep cheese in a baking dish and baked in the oven. The cheese softens and blends with the polenta, creating a creamy and savory flavor. It is often se... Butter or lard (optional for baking)
Transylvanian Polenta with Sheep Cheese
Stuffed Cabbage (Transylvanian Style) is a traditional Hungarian and Transylvanian dish. Fermented cabbage leaves are filled with a seasoned mixture of ground pork (or mixed meat) and rice, then rolled into parcels. These are layered with sauerkraut,... Sausage Sour cream
Stuffed Cabbage Rolls – Transylvanian Sty
Is a traditional dish featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich paprika and sour cream sauce. The Transylvanian version is known for its depth of flavor, often including garlic, onions, sweet paprika, and sometimes a bit of smoked bacon for ...