Fërgesë

Overview:

Serves: 4-5

Introduction:

Fërgesë is a traditional savory, sometimes slightly spicy cheese sauce made with gëzë, the Albanian ricotta cheese. This dish is a staple in Albanian households, especially in Tirana. It is prepared with roasted peppers, tomatoes, and salted gëzë, with regional variations adding different ingredients based on local ingredients. Fërgesë is sometimes also prepared with meat in a version known as fërgesë me melçi , which includes liver or other organ meats to create a more protein-rich version of this classic dish. Usually served in clay pots straight from the oven, order this delicious dish on your next visit to Tirana to experience authentic Albanian cuisine!

Ingredients:

Ingredients for 4-5 people
Pepper 8-10 medium pieces
Tomato 4-5 medium sized
Fat for frying
2 cups of coffee
Flour 1 tablespoon
Egg 2 grains
Garlic 4-5 cloves
Cottage cheese 4-5 tablespoons
Chili pepper as desired

Method:

Preparation
Peppers are cleaned of stems and seeds, washed and fried. In the remaining fat, add peeled and finely chopped tomatoes, sauté until the mixture thickens, remove from heat, add eggs, chili pepper, finely chopped parsley, cottage cheese or cheese. Place the mixture on a plate and place the fried peppers on top.