Lenten Podvarak with Sauerkraut and Dried Mushrooms
While sarma and beans are on everyone's mind when it comes to fasting, Lenten podvarak remains somewhat forgotten, yet it is actually one of the tastiest and simplest traditional Lenten dishes. Sauerkraut stewed with dried mushrooms, rice, and rich spices develops a deep, earthy flavor that melts in your mouth. This dish was once regularly prepared in rural households during fasting, and today many are rediscovering it because it is cheap, filling, and incredibly aromatic.