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| Alternative names | Kachamak |
|---|---|
| Type | Pudding |
| Place of origin | Balkans |
| Region or state | Balkans |
| Main ingredients | Cornmeal |
Kačamak is a kind ofmaizeporridge made in parts ofWestern Asia andSoutheastern Europe. Its name is derived from the Turkish wordkaçamak, meaning 'escapade'.
The dish is made ofcornmeal. Potatoes, milk, white cheese, orkaymak are sometimes added. Similar to theAbkhazianabısta,Adyghemamıs,Italianpolenta andRomanianmămăligă, it is prepared by boilingcornmeal and then mashing it while the pot is still on the stove. It was once regarded as a poor man's food, but now is widely eaten, including in restaurants.
InBulgaria,kačamak is traditionally served with heatedlard or sunflower oil with small amounts of brownedpaprika orhot pepper. Oftencracklings orsirene are added.
InMontenegro,Albania, andBosnia and Herzegovina,kačamak is also prepared with crushed potatoes and cheese until a thick mass is formed.[1]
InCentral Serbia,kačamak is prepared with finer grains of white cornmeal, served with white cheese andkajmak.[2] It is usually served with minced meat roasted in butter, boiled grape juice, milk, plainyogurt,honey,sour cream, or sometimes withbacon.
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