Kibinai

Kibinai, occasionally spelled Kybyn or Kibin, are delectable pastries stuffed with mutton and onions, treasured by the Karaite ethnic minority in Lithuania. These savory delights are particularly popular in the city of Trakai, where they are an integral part of the local culinary tradition. If you're familiar with Cornish pasties, you might find kibinai to be quite similar.

The story of kibinai originates in Crimea. It was there that Vytautas the Great, the Grand Duke of Lithuania, discovered loyal Tatar and Karaite families who aided him in his battles against the Golden Horde. As a gesture of his gratitude, Vytautas brought these families to Lithuania, and along with them came the cherished tradition of kibinai. Today, these pastries are a beloved staple of Lithuanian cuisine, particularly in Trakai.