Gomleze

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

This round North Macedonian pie is traditionally associated with Ohrid and the entire Southwestern region. It is prepared with a simple flour batter that is repeatedly poured in a pan, and while it bakes, each layer is coated in oil. The pie was traditionally made in a sač – a traditional bell-shaped vessel that is placed on a fireplace, while the lid is covered with ash and coals. Traditionally, gomleze is cut into diamond shapes and is usually quite large. Modern variations often include eggs and crumbled white cheese.