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Nutritional Values

🔥400kcal
💪8gProtein
🌾68gCarbs
🥑10gFat
🌿8gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten

Kljukuša

How to order / say it
Say it Kljukuša — [KLYOO-koo-shah]
Order I’d like a portion of Jajce Kljukuša.
Locally Молим вас за порцију Јајце кљукуша.
Say locally

A rustic flatbread made from grated potatoes and flour, baked to achieve a crunchy crust.

Why try it?

A dish deeply connected to Jajce's rural roots, Kljukuša represents the resourcefulness of local cuisine, using staple ingredients creatively to produce something delicious and nourishing.

How it tastes

Kljukuša offers a hearty, starchy flavor with a crispy exterior and a tender, potato-rich interior. Often enjoyed with a dash of cream or sour milk, it provides a comforting, rustic taste.

Origin & History — first documented: 1900

Developed in the early 20th century, Kljukuša was born out of necessity when potatoes became abundant in the region, providing a humble yet satisfying meal during hard times.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥕 500 g potatoes
  • 🌾 200 g flour
  • 🧄 1 medium onion
  • 150 ml water
  • 🧂 1 tsp salt
  • 🫒 50 ml oil

Method

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).
  2. 2 Grate potatoes and mix with flour, onion, water, and salt.
  3. 3 Spread mixture into a baking dish, drizzle with oil.
  4. 4 Bake until golden and crispy.
  5. 5 Serve warm with cream or sour milk.

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