Taste of Croatia: 5 wonderful vegetarian dishes to try

By Tychyna TetianaFeb 7, 2024 15:15 PMNews
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Taste of Croatia: 5 wonderful vegetarian dishes to try
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Croatia attracts tourists from all over the world due to its many picturesque places, cultural attractions, and maritime experiences. Of particular note is the local cuisine, where you can find new authentic favorites.

If you prefer vegetarian cuisine and are planning to travel to this wonderful corner of Europe, don't miss the opportunity to try these five delicious dishes. Here's what gastronomic delights Croatia surprises with, as reported by newsbytesapp.

1. Posna Juha (Fasting Soup)

Posna Juha, a widely popular soup in Croatia, is made from leeks, potatoes, carrots, oil, salt, spices, and water. Rich in vitamins, fiber, and carbohydrates, this delicious soup is often consumed by locals during fasting or while following a weight loss diet. Nevertheless, due to its nutritional value and taste, this soup is popular and can be enjoyed at any time of the year.

In Croatia, fasting food has become an integral part of the culinary heritage and is widely available throughout the country.

2. Koravi Goulash

If you don't eat meat, you don't have to give up a hot goulash-like dish. The recipe for Koravi goulash is a great dish made from potatoes, peas, onions, and tomato juice. It also includes parsley, paprika, bay leaf, garlic, pepper, and salt, which give it a rich flavor. Additional ingredients, such as sour cream or flour, will make the stew even thicker and creamier. This dish is sure to captivate your taste buds!

3. Forced Cabbage (Prisiljeno Zelje)

For Croats, "Prisiljeno zelje" is a convenient dish that they eat as a standalone dish or in combination with other side dishes. This popular Balkan dish is made from cabbage, onions, tomato puree, salt, and sugar. Locals often add their favorite flavors, such as parsley, cumin, and green onions.

It is not uncommon to add cornstarch to this dish to make it thick. It is a very popular dish among the local population and is part of the cultural heritage.

4. Zlevanka

"Zlevanka" is a simple peasant cornmeal pie that can be made quickly and easily. You can make a sweet or savory version. The name of the dish comes from the method of preparation: all the ingredients are mixed into a thick mass and then "zlije" (Croatian for "pour") into a baking dish.

Zlevanka is made from sugar, salt, corn flour, milk, yeast, fresh cream (or sour cream), and oil. Some people add poppy seeds or grated apples for extra flavor. This cake has a flaky structure and is a pleasant dessert.

5. Grenadir

This recipe simply combines potatoes, pasta, onions, and ground red pepper (also known as paprika). It is traditionally served with pickles. This spicy and savory dish is suitable even for vegans. To make it, you need to mix mashed potatoes with pasta and add onions.

Traditionally, grenadir was an inexpensive dish for Croatian peasants and was also popular among soldiers. Due to its popularity, this dish can be easily found anywhere in the country!

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