A Taste of Bosnia

Bosnian cooking is not really known here in the US. However, thanks to the recent waves of immigrants from the former Yugoslav Republic, that's all changing. It is a delicious cuisine, unique and full of interesting dishes.As it becomes more and more mainstream, others will discover its' charms and flavorful, hearty dishes.


It was a subject of an article in today's New York Times Dining section. John T. Edge, a Dining regular contributor, interviewed Bosnians in St Louis Missouri where there is a huge community started in th e1990s. Many fled their country because of the terrible atrocities and found haven in this bustling Midwestern town. As it once featured German food, St Louis now seems to be the heart of Bosnian cuisine in the US. Bakeries , butchers and cafes have sprung up introducing a new kind of home cooked, home style dining.

Bosnian cooking is varied. Their bread , a round yeasty loaf called lepinja is sliced open and served with cevap, or beef sausages, There is also pljieskavica shaved beef and onions served on the bread as well. This is a favorite of Bosnian American youth. Bosnian Muslims also have contributed their part too. Many brought over the delicious smoked beef also known as suho meso. This subs in as pizza topping s for pepperoni along with other dishes. There is also a native confection which is a chocolate and walnut candy dusted with coconut.

Bosnian food may only be catching on in Saint Louis. but it will sure to hit the rest of the US. the reason being is that has made tasty foods that everyone can enjoy. It's traditional but also new at the same time