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Delicious and Easy Main Course Recipes for Every Night

Discover quick and easy main course recipes perfect for busy weeknights. This collection focuses on flavorful dishes featuring fish, shrimp, chicken, and lamb and vegetarian-friendly options like Djuvec Rice, which can double as a side dish. Most recipes require no special equipment or prior experience, making them ideal for home cooks of all skill levels. With clear, step-by-step instructions, you'll prepare delicious, no-fuss meals like Cajun Salmon Pasta, Cajun Chicken Orzo, and Baked Cod with Panko, perfect for the whole family.

  • Izlivaca on parchment paper.
    Izlivača – Balkan Zucchini Poured Pie
  • Rustic potato pasta in a bowl on a metal tray.
    Serbian Potato Pasta (Nasuvo sa Krompirom)
  • Hearty chicken soup in a small bowl.
    Serbian Chicken Soup
  • Panko crusted cod with herbs.
    Baked Cod with Panko and Parmesan
  • Creamy cajun chicken orzo bowl.
    Cajun Chicken Orzo
  • Lamb ribs with baked potato in cast iron skillet overhead.
    Lamb Ribs with Baked Potato
  • Beef stew in a bowl overhead shot.
    Homemade Beef Stew
  • Chicken orzo soup in a bowl overhead shot.
    Chicken Orzo Soup
  • Cajun shrimp and rice pilaf in a bowl overhead.
    Cajun Shrimp and Rice Pilaf
  • Baked salmon with veggies on a plate.
    Baked Salmon in Foil
  • Djuvec rice in a bowl close up.
    Djuvec Rice Recipe
  • Green peas soup in a bowl on a plate.
    Green Peas Soup
  • Sheet pan sausage and veggies on a plate.
    Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies
  • Baked shrimp on a plate close-up shot.
    Easy Baked Shrimp Recipe
  • Cajun salmon pasta in a bowl overhead shot.
    Cajun Salmon Pasta
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Hi, I'm Nataša - a Serbian-born blogger sharing Balkan comfort food and cozy drinks. These recipes are rooted in tradition and tested in my kitchen.

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Summer Balkan Favorites & Seasonal Recipes

  • Serbian shopska salad in a small bowl.
    Serbian Shopska Salad
  • Izlivaca on parchment paper.
    Izlivača – Balkan Zucchini Poured Pie
  • Potato salad with onion in a bowl.
    Serbian Potato Salad
  • Sliced apricot jam swiss roll on a plate.
    Apricot Swiss Roll
  • Raspberry cake with whipped cream and grated chocolate on a plate with parchment paper.
    Summer Raspberry Cake
  • Apple and pear kompot in a large ceramic mug.
    Apple Kompot
  • Cornbread piece on parchment paper with crumbs.
    Proja – Serbian Savory Cornbread
  • Sutlijas Balkan rice pudding in a small bowl.
    Sutlijaš – Balkan Rice Pudding

Tried & True Favorites

  • Frothy iced oat milk latte in a jar closeup shot.
    Iced Oat Milk Latte
  • Cottage cheese mashed potatoes in iron cast.
    Cottage Cheese Mashed Potatoes
  • Almond milk latte jar on a tray with coffee beans.
    Iced Almond Milk Latte
  • White Russian with a cinnamon stick in a glass.
    White Russian With Kahlua Recipe
  • Raspberry chocolate martini in a cocktail glass.
    Raspberry Chocolate Martini
  • Blueberry lime gin and tonic in a glass.
    The Best Gin and Tonic Recipe
  • Gurabije lard cookies tied and stacked.
    Gurabije – Lard Cookies
  • Gibanica cheese pie pastry layers.
    Gibanica – Serbian Cheese Pie

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