Proja Recipe
Proja is a traditional Balkan cornbread made with cornmeal, yogurt, and eggs, baked to golden perfection. Quick to prepare and incredibly versatile, it can be served plain or with added ingredients like feta cheese, herbs, or peppers. Perfect for breakfast or as a side dish, Proja is a hearty and satisfying comfort food with a rich history.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowls (one for dry ingredients, one for wet ingredients)
- Whisk (for mixing the batter)
- 8x8-inch baking dish (or similar size)
- Spatula (for spreading the batter evenly)
- Oven (preheated to 375°F/190°C)
- Parchment paper (optional for lining the baking dish)
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fine cornmeal
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- ½ cup Plain yogurt
- 2 large Eggs
- ½ cup Vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- Crumbled feta cheese, diced red peppers, or fresh herbs like parsley. Optional additions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
- Whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Beat eggs, then mix in yogurt and oil. Combine with dry ingredients until just blended.
- Optional: Fold in feta, peppers, or herbs for extra flavor.
- Pour batter into the dish and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden.
- Cool for 10 minutes, slice, and serve with sour cream or yogurt.
