Croatian cuisine has absorbed the culinary secrets of the Mediterranean and Central European culinary traditions. The first introduced seafood into it, and the second - nutritious and uncomplicated in the preparation of schnitzels and strudels. Thanks to this, the dishes of the Croatian cuisine are distinguished by taste, benefit and variety.
Another undoubted plus of Croatia in its nature. Thanks to clean sea water near the coast of the country, its inhabitants do not know the problems with oysters, mussels, shrimps and fish. And the fields and forests of the country are rich in fruits, mushrooms, vegetables, asparagus, snails, spices and olive trees.
In Croatia, you can dine in a restaurant or in a traditional tavern "Conoba", where tables are laid close to the real fireplace, and they are prepared exclusively from home products.
The best dishes of Croatian cuisine
As we have already said, recipes from other countries are reflected in the national Croatian cuisine. Thus, stewed cabbage leaves "Sarma" came from Turkey, and vegetable soup "Manistra" to taste like the Italian soup "Minestrone."Being in Croatia, it's worth to try the sheep cheese, Dalmatian ham and sharp sausages with paprika. And for a snack, take an octopus salad.
Of fish with white meat, the most appreciated is halibut and scorpion fish. To prepare a fish dish "Brodet" Croatian chefs use fish of several varieties, which they cut into pieces and fried with onions. Then the fish is put in clay ware, garlic, tomatoes, parsley and bay leaves are added to it. This dish is usually served "Palenta" from corn flour. The original taste is different and other dishes from seafood: risotto from cuttlefish, squid-grilled or spaghetti with sea reptiles.
From meat dishes it is necessary to allocate inexpensive sausages "Севапсиси" and "Кебабы", fried on a grill. Here you can see how to cook on a spit of lamb and even whole pigs. Like in Croatia and pizza lovers.
In the confectionery part, the dishes of Croatian cuisine in many ways resonate with oriental recipes. Among the most popular recipes here is a strudel with honey and nuts, which is similar to Turkish baklava and Hungarian apple strudel. In the form of desserts in the restaurant you will be served ice cream, thin pancakes with jam, chocolate and walnuts, as well as a variety of cakes.
The most popular alcoholic beverage in Croatia is light beer. Just here you can try local white and red wines that can not be seen in other countries, so they do not go for export. One of the differences between local wines is their not too subtle bouquet and minimal aging. But while local wines have bright and rich flavors, as well as a great taste with floral or fruity notes.