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Glass jar of cloudy borș with wheat bran and a wooden spoon on a rustic table
Food & Drink

Borș: Romania's Fermented Sour Base for Ciorbă and More

Borș is the traditional fermented liquid that gives many Romanian soups their signature tang. Learn how it is made, how to cook with it, and what to use as a substitute.
A bowl of creamy white tripe soup garnished with sour cream and hot peppers
Food & Drink

Ciorbă de Burtă: Romania's Sour Tripe Soup Explained

A rich, tangy soup made from beef tripe, garlic and vinegar, ciorbă de burtă is a beloved Romanian classic with a devoted following.