Guvara (Goo-vah-rah)

Fruit Strudel

Guvara is a delicate, flaky strudel filled with sweet, spiced fruits like apples, cherries, or berries. The tender pastry layers, folded around the juicy filling, create a dessert that is as beautiful as it is delicious. Often served during celebrations or as a special treat, guvara reflects the Romani talent for adapting local culinary techniques to create something uniquely their own. Its sweetness and lightness make it a perfect way to end a meal or enjoy alongside tea.

Recipe Directions

Mix flour, water, and oil to form a dough. Roll out into a thin sheet.

Spread cooked fruit and sugar over the dough. Roll tightly and seal edges.

Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

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History

Guvara’s origins lie in the Central European tradition of strudel, which the Romani encountered during their travels through Austria and Hungary. The Romani adopted and simplified the technique, making it their own by using available fruits and adapting the pastry to their cooking methods.

Servings

6-8

Prep Time (hours)

1

Items Needed

Mixing bowl, rolling pin, baking tray, spatula

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Ingredients

2 cups flour
½ cup water
1 tbsp oil
2 cups cooked fruit (apples, cherries, or berries)
½ cup sugar

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Item type

Consumable, Food / Drink

Related ethnicities

• Romani