Slovenian Appetizers

Frtalja is a rustic Slovenian dish that's especially popular in Primorska cuisine. It may look like an omelet or a pancake, but it's neither. This egg-based dish is prepared with a combination of beaten eggs, flour, herbs, vegetables, cured meat (... READ MORE

Sireki is a traditional snack or appetizer originating from the Slovenske Gorice area. It’s made with a combination of cottage cheese, salt, paprika, and cumin. The cheese is mashed with a fork, seasoned with spices, then shaped into small c... READ MORE

This rustic Slovenian dish was traditionally prepared during pig, veal, or lamb slaughter. It usually combines cooked offal such as lungs and hearts with bread, spices, and eggs. The combination is mixed into a mash that is then shortly baked and ... READ MORE

Čompe is a traditional dish originating from the Soča area. The dish consists of boiled potatoes with cottage cheese and the list of ingredients includes medium-sized potatoes, cottage cheese, sour cream, white pepper, and salt. The unpeeled potat... READ MORE

Pražene gobe z jajci is a Slovenian dish with origins in the Štajerska region, where mushroom picking is a common and popular activity, so baked mushrooms with eggs and fresh parsley is a beloved dish in the region, served as a hot appetize... READ MORE

Tuhinjska fila or Tuhinj stuffing is a traditional dish that is only prepared on festive occasions, such as Easter. It is made with white bread, eggs, ham or smoked meat, onions, cream, and various spices. Visually, it is reminiscent of s... READ MORE