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Nutritional Values

🔥350kcal
💪6gProtein
🌾40gCarbs
🥑18gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️100 gServing

* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🥛 Dairy

Uštipci

How to order / say it
Say it Uštipci — [OOSH-teep-tsee]
Order I'll take some Jajce Uštipci.
Locally Молим вас за неколико Јајце уштипци.
Say locally

Small fried dough balls often served with cheese or meats.

Why try it?

Uštipci have become synonymous with quick bites and social gatherings in Jajce, symbolizing casual hospitality and the communal spirit of local dining.

How it tastes

These dough balls are crispy on the outside and soft inside, with a savory taste that pairs well with cheese and cured meats, providing a delightful flavor contrast.

Origin & History — first documented: 1890

Since the late 19th century, Uštipci have been a popular street food in Jajce, inspired by regional Balkan influences and adapted with local tastes and ingredients.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 400 g flour
  • 🥛 200 ml milk
  • 🥚 1 egg
  • 🌾 15 g yeast
  • 🧂 1 tsp salt
  • 🫒 500 ml oil for frying

Method

  1. 1 Mix flour, milk, egg, yeast, and salt.
  2. 2 Allow to rise until doubled.
  3. 3 Heat oil, scoop spoonfuls of dough into oil.
  4. 4 Fry until golden brown.
  5. 5 Drain on paper towels and serve.

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