Chushki Burek v Domaten Sos (Pan-Seared Cheese-Stuffed Roasted Peppers in Tomato Garlic Sauce) – Authentic Bulgaria Recipe
Sweet roasted peppers filled with creamy herb cheese and simmered in a garlicky tomato pan sauce.
- Country of Origin
- 🇧🇬 Bulgaria (Eastern Europe, Europe)
- Dietary Profile
- vegetarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Sweet roasted red peppers stuffed with sirene/feta and herbs, Rich crushed tomato-garlic sauce, Fresh parsley, Dill
Ingredients for Chushki Burek v Domaten Sos (Pan-Seared Cheese-Stuffed Roasted Peppers in Tomato Garlic Sauce) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) sweet roasted red peppers stuffed with sirene/feta and herbs, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups rich crushed tomato-garlic sauce, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup savory garnish
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with fresh parsley
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Bulgaria seasoning (dill, garlic, olive oil)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and fresh parsley for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add sweet roasted red peppers stuffed with sirene/feta and herbs and rich crushed tomato-garlic sauce along with dill, garlic, olive oil, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with savory garnish and serve straight from the skillet.