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Slovenian food: discover traditional cuisine

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Culinary influences

Staple ingredients

Key flavorings

Iconic dishes

Slovenia is a small and stunning country nestled between Italy, Austria, Hungary, and Croatia. Despite covering just 20,271 square kilometers (about 7,827 square miles), it packs a punch with its diverse landscapes, from the snow-capped Julian Alps to the sparkling Adriatic coastline.

The country is a paradise for nature lovers, with over 60% of its land covered in forests, earning it a reputation as one of the greenest places in Europe. It’s also home to more than 10,000 caves, including the world-famous Postojna Cave and Škocjan Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tourism plays a key role in Slovenia’s economy, with over 6 million visitors annually, drawn to attractions like Lake Bled, Triglav National Park, and the capital, Ljubljana…

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The average Slovenian daily plate size is

2249 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

SUMMER SAVORY

THYME

SAGE

BAY LEAVES

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Spices

CARAWAY

BLACK PEPPER

PAPRIKA

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Aromatics

GARLIC

ONION

CELERY ROOT

PARSLEY ROOT

TRUFFLES

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Condiments

SOUR CREAM

PORK FAT

MUSTARD

WINE VINEGAR

FRUIT VINEGAR

HONEY

OLIVE OIL

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