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Nutritional Values

🔥750kcal
💪48gProtein
🌾42gCarbs
🥑44gFat
🌿3gFibre
⚖️350 gServing

* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🥛 Dairy 🥚 Eggs

Ljubljanska

How to order / say it
Say it Ljubljanska — [Lyooblyanskah]
Order I'll have the Ljubljanska, please.
Locally Prosil bi Ljubljansko, prosim.
Say locally

A breaded and fried schnitzel, stuffed with ham and cheese.

Why try it?

Ljubljanska is a culinary symbol of Ljubljana, representing the fusion of Slovene and Alpine influences. It's a dish that embodies hearty and comforting flavors, typical of Ljubljana's traditional cuisine.

How it tastes

Crispy on the outside and tender inside, Ljubljanska offers a rich flavor from the melted cheese and savory ham, enhanced by a delicate breading.

Origin & History — first documented: 1950

Originating in the mid-20th century, Ljubljanska was inspired by Viennese and Milanese schnitzels. It became popular as a local variation embraced by residents and visitors, finding its way onto restaurant menus across the city.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 300 g Pork schnitzel
  • 🥩 50 g Ham
  • 🥛 50 g Cheese
  • 🌾 50 g Flour
  • 🥚 1 Egg
  • 🌾 100 g Bread crumbs
  • 🧂 1 tsp Salt
  • 🧂 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 🫒 100 ml Oil

Method

  1. 1 Pound the pork schnitzel to a thin layer.
  2. 2 Place ham and cheese on one half, fold over, and seal edges.
  3. 3 Coat with flour, dip in beaten egg, and cover with bread crumbs.
  4. 4 Fry in hot oil until golden and crispy.
  5. 5 Serve hot, typically with a side of potatoes or salad.

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