Rupjmaize

Rupjmaize is a cherished traditional dark bread from Latvia, crafted primarily from rye. It forms a cornerstone of the Latvian diet and possesses a rich history, with its first documented mention in a recipe book from 1901. This bread is baked in a wood-fired hearth oven, using coarse rye flour, malt, and caraway seeds, which bestow upon it its distinctive taste and aroma. Beyond being savored on its own, Rupjmaize also features prominently in a classic Latvian dessert known as Rupjmaizes kārtojums.