Zagreb

Traditional dishes of Slavonija

28 May 2025

Discover the rich and hearty flavors of Slavonija, a region where tradition is served on every plate. From fire-roasted dishes to spicy sausages and comforting stews, Slavonian cuisine is a true feast for the senses.

Slavonski kulen

From the Slavonia region, it's a sausage made from the best part of the pig. Locals refuse to compromise on this notion too, telling us there can only be ' one kulen per pig'. It's brilliantly spiced with red pepper, salt and white garlic and is tremendously expensive (50€/kg). The final product is a wonder of scientific processing: the mix is stored in a pig intestine, specially bound and then is carefully air dried and smoked like a jerky.
 
 

Čobanac

Thick spicy čobanac, a traditional Slavonian dish that can be cooked with beef, lamb, veal or pork (or the lot) is blended with local vegetables and spices to create a mouth watering, meaty stew.
 

Šaran u rašljama

Šaran u rašljama  is skewered carp cooked over an open fire, often served at outdoor gatherings.
 
 

Fiš paprikaš

Fiš paprikaš is a cooked stew thats combines chillis, onions, various spices and a diverse range of freshly caught river fish.

 


The National Croatian competition for cooking fiš-paprikaš

The National Croatian competition for cooking fiš paprikaš is held every year in Osijek. Winning contestants from different regions hotly contest this acclaimed award. It's a real attraction for those who enjoy traditionally cooked foods. This is serious cooking...




 

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