30 Incredible Balkan Foods that will make you hungry #24 Tulumba

Tulumba is the closest you’ll get to churros in the Balkans. This fried pastry dates back to the Ottoman Empire, and today you can find it throughout the Balkan region, but especially in North Macedonia. The pastry is fried and then soaked in syrup, sometimes with sugar and cinamon added. Tulumba is a tradition treat during the Hanukkah season.

In addition to North Macedonia, you can find mini-sized tulumba in portions of Albania, Serbia, and Turkey at most of the bakeries or cafes.