The Aroma of Summer – August, Roasted Peppers, and the Unforgettable Taste of 'Chushka Burek'
Bulgarian Summer – Scent of Roasted Peppers
August in Bulgaria brings a magic of aromas – streets and yards fill with the breath of roasted red peppers. Central place takes the roasted pepper preparation – an invariable symbol of Bulgarian cuisine and summer atmosphere. Since the late 70s, this invention unites families and neighbors, inspires conversations and shared recipes.
The Star of the Season – 'Chushka Burek'
- Carefully roasted and peeled red pepper;
- Filling of homemade Bulgarian cheese, cottage cheese, egg, parsley, black pepper;
- Breaded with egg and flour or breadcrumbs, fried until golden;
- Served with milk sauce, fresh tomatoes, cucumbers and dill;
The dish is not just delicious – it is an occasion for gathering, local festival, culinary competitions and tastings in villages and neighborhoods.
Tradition and Connection with Nature
Preparing 'Chushka Burek' is part of the transition to winter preparation – jars are filled, lutenitsa, ajvar are made and vegetables are dried. This way the summer taste is transferred to the table during cold months, and individual recipes and festivals are an occasion for community cohesion.
Social and Cultural Effects
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This tradition keeps Bulgarian cuisine alive, but also brings people closer – food brings not only taste, but communication, respect for labor and nature. 'Chushka Burek' expresses the spirit of August and shows that happiness sometimes hides in simple joys around the family table.
Коментари (27)
15BFB
15.08.2025, 17:17Мннамм, чушка бюрек е напра ТОП ядене!
408C
15.08.2025, 17:20абе чушка бюрек е бомбаааа, по-вкусно от тва нема
m. стоянов
15.08.2025, 17:38абе, 4ушка бюрек - животът е консерва! 👌 🤙
ivanka
15.08.2025, 17:40факт!
top4o
15.08.2025, 17:40факт!
158
15.08.2025, 18:01Mmmm, chushka burak - napraa klasa!
F32E
15.08.2025, 18:04прав си, 4ушка бюрек е върха! 🌶️👌 бабините рецепти са найдобрите 💯
GRINGO_77
15.08.2025, 18:06Факт! Чушка бюрек е върховен!
SHEFA
15.08.2025, 18:39Чушкооек е тотален бомб, ама нема по-як от майна ми!
190D5
15.08.2025, 18:43Майката на всеки готвач е майстор, но чушкопекът си е национална гордост! 🤔
as
15.08.2025, 18:51Mmm, chushka byurko e naprayena za bogatite!
PICH_007
15.08.2025, 18:52класика, ама за всички! бюрекът не познава социални граници 😄🌶️
pr@v_eu2023
15.08.2025, 18:56Не, бе - чушка бюрек е за всички, не е въпрос на пари 😄🌶️
Kirov89
15.08.2025, 19:02ммм, чушка бюрек - топ сладострастие! 🌶️🔥 направо оргазъм за вкусовите рецептори!
Гражданин_Х
15.08.2025, 19:03Абеякое,амамалкоепрепеченачуш*кататояпът! 🙄
blagoi
15.08.2025, 19:31Чушка бюрик е върха! 🌶️ Друго не ща! 👊!
zlata_koti
15.08.2025, 20:01чушка бюрек = ♥️ направо топа!
PESHO98
15.08.2025, 20:21Факт! Чушкопекът е най-доброто нещо на света!
PeshoFromSofia1975
15.08.2025, 20:23факт!
Kirov89
15.08.2025, 20:25факт!
AS
15.08.2025, 20:49Ммм, чушка бюрек е върхът! 🌶️👌 Друго не може да се сравни!
Maimunata1971
15.08.2025, 21:29Факт! Чушка бюрек е върхът 🌶️
A3C
15.08.2025, 21:29смешно е как всички чакаме август заради чушкопека!! 🤬
KOMBINATOR
15.08.2025, 21:31Нямам думи - абсолютна класика!
bat_vasko2000
15.08.2025, 21:49Мmmм,чушкабюрек=ТОПяж!🌶️👌!
BLAGOI
15.08.2025, 21:50👎
ASDASD
15.08.2025, 21:53факт!