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Proja Recipes to Try at Home

Proja is a traditional Serbian cornbread made with cornmeal, yogurt, and feta cheese. It's a simple and delicious dish that's perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Serbian
Servings 6 people
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Oven

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cornmeal
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • Optional: chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley or dill)

Instructions: 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, yogurt, water, oil, salt, and baking powder. Mix well.
  • Fold in the crumbled feta cheese and herbs, if using.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes:

Proja is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side or a main course. Feel free to experiment with different herbs and cheeses to suit your taste.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 7gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Cornbread, Proja, Serbian Cuisine
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