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Balkan spread made from gothaj and spicy pepper: cheap, quick and addictive

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Balkan spread made from gothaj and spicy pepper: cheap, quick and addictive recept

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  • Easy to prepare
  • 6 portions
  • 15 minutes
Jan, 17. 12. 2025

Do you want a lightning-fast spread for open-faced sandwiches that the whole family will like and that doesn’t cost a fortune? This Balkan-inspired spread made from gothaj, feferonka and pickles is ready in a few minutes and works great as a snack, a treat for guests or a “quick dinner”.

For 6 portions

Ingredients

Preparation procedure

  • Prepare the ingredients: Finely chop the chili and the white part of the spring onion. Cut the gothaj and cucumbers into smaller sticks. Press the garlic.
  • Prepare the ingredients: Finely chop the chili and the white part of the spring onion. Cut the gothaj and cucumbers into smaller sticks. Press the garlic.
  • Seasoning: Transfer to a bowl, add the mustard, ketchup, tartar sauce, sweet paprika, pepper and, if needed, a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly.
  • Serving: Let the spread rest in the fridge for 10–15 minutes. Serve on fresh bread, sprinkled with the green part of the spring onion.

Time and servings

  • Total preparation time: 15 minutes

  • Servings: approx. 6 (for 12–18 slices of bread)

Tips and variations

  • Instead of chili you can use a feferonka or a hot pepper; adjust the heat to taste.

  • Tartar sauce can be replaced with mayonnaise and a dash of lemon.

  • Great on open-faced sandwiches, toast and in sandwiches; goes well with beer or lemonade.

  • Keeps in a closed container in the fridge for 2–3 days.

Conclusion

The Balkan gothaj spread is proof that you can conjure up an honest and bold flavor from readily available ingredients in no time. Make it for a family gathering, a celebration or as a quick dinner — it disappears from the table before you manage to spread the second tray.

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