Mainly eaten in North Macedonia.

Kacamak – Macedonian Cornmeal Porridge with Feta

Качамак (kačamak)

A creamy Macedonian cornmeal porridge made with feta, a simple, warming favourite of the Balkan kitchen. This kacamak recipe is comfort food at its most rustic.

50 min Easy 4 servings
Kacsamak recept: macedón sajtos kukoricapép otthon
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Ingredients

4 servings
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Method

  1. Boil the water

    In the pot, bring the salted water to the boil.

    10 min
  2. Add the cornmeal

    Sprinkle the cornmeal into the boiling water while stirring constantly, so that it does not form lumps.

    5 min
  3. Cook

    Over a low heat, stirring often, cook for 20 minutes until the mixture becomes a thick, soft porridge.

    20 min
  4. Cheese and butter

    Remove from the heat, stir in the butter and crumbled feta, and mix thoroughly.

  5. Yoghurt and eggs

    In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with the yoghurt, then stir into the porridge until creamy.

  6. Serve

    Serve warm, after resting, preferably with pickled vegetables or a salad.

    5 min
Estimated nutrition
NutrientTotal (4 servings)1 servings
Energy2 270 kcal568 kcal
Fat134 g33 g
of which saturates76 g19 g
Carbohydrates210 g52 g
Protein66 g16 g
Fibre18 g4,6 g

An estimate calculated from the raw weight of the ingredients. Not included: water, salt. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Allergens and diets Based on the ingredients, it shows which common allergens the recipe contains and which diets it suits (e.g. gluten-free, dairy-free). For sensitive digestion, high-FODMAP and lactose-containing ingredients are listed separately. For information only; always check the actual products.

Contains: milk, egg

For sensitive digestion: feta (lactose), yogurt (lactose) (high-FODMAP or lactose-containing ingredients)

The labels are based on ingredient names, for information only and not medical advice. With a severe allergy or condition, check the actual products and ask your doctor.

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