Makalo od Luk i Kompir so Pečeni Piperki (Macedonian Roasted Garlic Potato Mash & Charred Peppers) – Authentic North Macedonia Recipe
Traditional Macedonian table centerpiece whipping warm potatoes with garlic alongside oil-dressed roasted peppers.
- Country of Origin
- 🇲🇰 North Macedonia (Southern Europe, Europe)
- Dietary Profile
- vegan
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Fluffy mashed Yukon potatoes whipped with roasted garlic, Sweet charred red bell peppers, Crusty bread, Hot infused oil, Sweet paprika
Ingredients for Makalo od Luk i Kompir so Pečeni Piperki (Macedonian Roasted Garlic Potato Mash & Charred Peppers) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) fluffy mashed Yukon potatoes whipped with roasted garlic, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups sweet charred red bell peppers, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup crusty bread
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with hot infused oil
- 1.5 tbsp traditional North Macedonia seasoning (sweet paprika, apple cider vinegar, parsley)
- 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 hot infused oil for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add fluffy mashed Yukon potatoes whipped with roasted garlic and sweet charred red bell peppers along with sweet paprika, apple cider vinegar, parsley, 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 crusty bread and serve straight from the skillet.