Traditional Bulgarian Pumpkin Pie (Tikvenik)
Традиционно ястие · Bulgarian
A classic Bulgarian Tikvenik, a sweet pie made with grated pumpkin, walnuts, cinnamon, and sugar, baked until golden brown and slightly crispy. Often enjoyed during autumn and winter.
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Съставки
- Pumpkin1 kg
- Walnuts200 g
- Sugar200 g
- Cinnamon2 tsp
- Vegetable oil100 ml
- Filo pastry sheets1 pack
- Salt1 pinch
- Water50 ml
Стъпки
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- 2
Peel, deseed, and grate the pumpkin.
- 3
Chop the walnuts finely.
- 4
In a bowl, mix grated pumpkin, chopped walnuts, sugar, and cinnamon.
- 5
Lay out one sheet of filo pastry. Brush with vegetable oil.
- 6
Spread a thin layer of the pumpkin mixture over the filo sheet.
- 7
Roll up the filo sheet tightly to form a log.
- 8
Place the rolled logs in a greased baking dish.
- 9
Repeat with remaining filo sheets and pumpkin mixture.
- 10
Brush the top of the pie with remaining vegetable oil.
- 11
Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
