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Turshiya

mixed vegetables soured in brine, eaten with rakia in winter

Bulgaria Fermented & pickled Winter Vegetarian

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Drawn, not photographed Updated September 2026
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History

Autumn pickling stocks Bulgarian cellars; tsarska turshiya, the royal pickle, adds cauliflower and carrots to the usual peppers and cabbage.

Frequently asked questions

What is Turshiya?

Turshiya is a fermented & pickled from Bulgaria: mixed vegetables soured in brine, eaten with rakia in winter. Autumn pickling stocks Bulgarian cellars; tsarska turshiya, the royal pickle, adds cauliflower and carrots to the usual peppers and cabbage.

Made with

vegetablescabbagegarlic

Cooked

pickled

Eaten at

Winter

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