Croatian

A savory variation of Bednjanski štrukli, incorporating fresh herbs into the cottage cheese filling for a delightful appetizer or light meal.

All-purpose flour · Eggs · Butter · Salt

A classic Croatian strudel-like dish from the Bednja region, featuring a thin dough filled with cottage cheese and baked until golden brown. It's a comforting and traditional delicacy.

All-purpose flour · Eggs · Butter · Salt

A creative twist on the traditional Zagorski štrukli, incorporating finely grated apple into the cottage cheese filling for a hint of sweetness and fruitiness, baked with a touch of cinnamon.

All-purpose flour · Egg yolk · Vegetable oil · Salt

A simplified version of the classic Zagorski štrukli, using store-bought puff pastry for a faster preparation, while retaining the traditional cottage cheese filling and creamy baked finish.

Puff pastry · Fresh cottage cheese (skuta) · Egg · Sour cream

A classic baked strudel from the Zagorje region of Croatia, featuring a delicate dough filled with fresh cottage cheese and cream, baked until golden and served with a rich cream sauce.

All-purpose flour · Egg yolk · Vegetable oil · Salt

A richer, more decadent variation featuring mlinci served with a flavorful gravy made from roasted duck drippings and accompanied by succulent roasted duck.

All-purpose flour · Eggs · Water · Salt

A simplified version of the classic, using store-bought mlinci and a quicker gravy preparation, ideal for a weeknight meal.

Store-bought dried mlinci · Pork chops or chicken breasts · Onion · Garlic

Classic Croatian dish featuring homemade dried pasta sheets (mlinci) served with a rich, savory gravy made from roasted meat drippings. A comforting and traditional meal.

All-purpose flour · Eggs · Water · Salt

Classic Croatian gnocchi dish featuring tender potato gnocchi tossed in a rich, creamy sauce with savory prosciutto and a hint of garlic. A comforting and flavorful meal.

Potato Gnocchi · Prosciutto · Heavy Cream · Garlic

A regional variation of gnocchi with goulash, inspired by Istrian flavors. This version often incorporates more herbs, sometimes a touch of wine, and might use pork or a mix of meats, served with homemade fuži or pljukanci, which are similar to gnocchi.

Pork shoulder · Beef chuck · Onions · Garlic

A faster version of the classic, using pre-made gnocchi and a quicker-cooking beef cut for the goulash. Still delivers hearty flavor with less time commitment.

Beef stew meat · Onions · Garlic · Paprika (sweet)

Classic Croatian potato gnocchi served with a rich, slow-cooked beef goulash. This is the quintessential comfort food, featuring tender beef, aromatic spices, and soft, homemade gnocchi.

Beef chuck · Onions · Garlic · Paprika (sweet)

A creative twist featuring a spicier pork goulash, offering a different flavor profile while still served with traditional šurlice pasta. This version incorporates chili for an extra kick.

Pork shoulder · Onions · Garlic · Sweet paprika

A simplified version of the classic, using pre-made or quicker-cooking beef cuts and a slightly faster goulash preparation, paired with store-bought or quickly made šurlice.

Beef stew meat · Onions · Garlic · Sweet paprika

A hearty and classic Croatian dish featuring tender beef goulash served with homemade šurlice pasta. This recipe emphasizes slow cooking for maximum flavor and tenderness.

Beef chuck · Onions · Garlic · Sweet paprika

A delicious seafood variation of the classic Istrian dish, replacing chicken with tender cuttlefish. This version offers a taste of the Istrian coast, with the cuttlefish providing a unique texture and flavor to the rich tomato-based stew.

Fuži pasta (homemade or high-quality dried) · Cuttlefish, cleaned and cut into pieces · Onions, finely chopped · Garlic, minced

A simplified version of the traditional Istrian dish, this recipe uses boneless chicken and pre-made fuži pasta to significantly cut down on cooking time while retaining the core flavors of the classic žgvaceta.

Fuži pasta (dried) · Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breast, cut into bite-sized pieces · Onions, finely chopped · Garlic, minced

A classic Istrian dish featuring homemade fuži pasta served with a rich, slow-cooked chicken stew (žgvaceta). This hearty meal is a staple of Istrian cuisine, known for its rustic flavors and comforting nature.

Fuži pasta (homemade or high-quality dried) · Chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on · Onions, finely chopped · Garlic, minced

A quintessential Istrian pasta dish featuring handmade fuži tossed in a rich sauce made with fresh truffles, butter, and a touch of cream. This is the authentic taste of Istria.

Istarski fuži pasta · Fresh black truffles · Unsalted butter · Heavy cream

A traditional and deeply flavorful risotto made with fresh cuttlefish, its ink, Arborio rice, and white wine, creating a rich, dark, and oceanic taste.

Cuttlefish · Arborio rice · Onion · Garlic