Svetinikolska pastrmajlija

Svetinikolska pastrmajlija is a regional variation on the traditional North Macedonian pastrmajlija (a rustic bread pie) hailing from the town of Sveti Nikole. It consists of an oval-shaped dough base topped with crumbled sirenje (white cheese), cubed or sliced meat (usually pork), and eggs. Traditionally, the pie is finished with a few dollops of lard or margarine on top, and it is then baked in an oven at very high temperatures. This savory bread pie is typically served with sides such as hot pickled peppers and pickled cucumbers, and it is commonly washed down with plain yogurt or red wine, depending on the occasion.