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Nutritional Values

🔥520kcal
💪10gProtein
🌾70gCarbs
🥑25gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️200 gServing

* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🥛 Dairy

Priganice

How to order / say it
Say it Priganice — [PREE-gah-nee-tseh]
Order I'd love to have Priganice Kotor.
Locally Волео бих да пробам Приганице Котор.
Say locally

Fried dough balls commonly served with honey.

Why try it?

These delightful bites offer a sweet end to a meal or a satisfying snack. Priganice Kotor represents the warmth and comfort of Kotor’s simple yet delicious traditional desserts.

How it tastes

Golden brown and crispy on the outside, light and fluffy inside, these dough balls are often drizzled with honey for a sweet finish that complements their subtle salty flavor.

Origin & History — first documented: 1800

Dating back to ancient times, fried dough has been a staple due to its simple ingredients and easy preparation. In Kotor, it became especially popular during festive times for communal celebrations.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 300 g flour
  • 🥚 2 egg
  • 🥛 200 ml milk
  • 🍯 50 g sugar
  • 🍯 100 ml honey
  • 🫒 500 ml oil for frying

Method

  1. 1 Combine flour, egg, milk, and sugar to form a batter.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a deep pan.
  3. 3 Drop spoonfuls of batter into the oil and fry until golden.
  4. 4 Drain and serve drizzled with honey.

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