Poštóklja

This vegetable mash typically combines potatoes with turnip leaves, but some variations may employ kale, cabbage, chicory, dandelion, string beans, squash, and even barley and other vegetables. Occasionally, the mash is topped with grated cheese or a combination of garlic and onions that have been fried in lard.

Poštoklja is a traditional dish, mainly found in Soča valley and Kobarid. It can be enjoyed as a main course, preferably served with bread on the side, but it also makes for a great accompaniment to meat-based main courses. The name of the dish stems from the verb štokati, meaning to mash.