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Slovak food: discover traditional cuisine

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Culinary influences

Staple ingredients

Key flavorings

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Slovakia is a charming landlocked country in Central Europe. With a population of around 5.4 million people, it’s a relatively small, the capital, Bratislava, sits along the Danube River near the borders of Austria and Hungary, making it a key cultural and economic hub. The country covers about 49,000 square kilometers, roughly the size of the U.S. state of New Hampshire, yet it packs in dramatic landscapes—from the peaks of the High Tatras to vast caves and rolling vineyards.

Economically, Slovakia has transformed since its independence in 1993 (after the peaceful split of Czechoslovakia)…

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The average Slovak daily plate size is

1886 g.
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Grains

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Fish and seafood

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Produce

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Eggs and dairy

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Meats

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Sugar, fats and nuts

Core ingredients

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Herbs

PARSLEY

DILL

MARJORAM

CHIVES

WILD GARLIC

LOVAGE

BAY LEAVES

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Spices

PAPRIKA

CARAWAY

BLACK PEPPER

ALLSPICE

JUNIPER BERRIES

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Aromatics

GARLIC

ONION

CELERY ROOT

CARROT

PARSLEY ROOT

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Condiments

SOUR CREAM

PORK FAT

HORSERADISH

HONEY

MUSTARD

DUCK FAT

FRUIT VINEGAR

POPPY SEEDS

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