Veleška pastramajlija

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

Veleška pastrmajlija is a traditional savory pie primarily associated with the city of Veleš in central North Macedonia. It typically has an elongated, oval shape. The base of the dish is bread-like dough, and the primary topping is meat, either pork, mutton, or veal chopped into little pieces. Additionally, the meat is seasoned with various spices. Štipska pastrmajlija is traditionally baked in an oven until the crust becomes golden brown and the meat is well-cooked. What makes this version of pastrmajlija unique is the addition of eggs, cracked over the meat once the pie is nearly completely baked. It's often served hot and can be eaten as a main dish, often accompanied by a side of yogurt or tarator (a cold cucumber and yogurt soup).