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Ciorba de Peste

The most popular treat of the Danube delta consists of a fishy broth and the fish itself

Best time: June–March

Ciorba de Peste
Ciorba de Peste
Ciorba de Peste

Not surprisingly, fisherman's soup is the most popular speciality of the Danube Delta, boasting nearly 160 different varieties. This soup consists of two separate dishes: fish broth and fish itself, however, ​both are cooked together. At first, 10 to 15 various small fish are boiled with vegetables in a cast-iron kettle. Then, the fish are taken out and drained and the liquid is served with a wooden spoon. The drained fish are then roasted on a stove and served flavoured with pepper or garlic. Though the fishing season varies depending on the species, fishermen angle year-round, except for a short rest period in April and May. This means the fishy delicacy is likewise available almost throughout the entire year, except for two months.