Idrijski žlikrofi explained

Idrijski žlikrofi
Country:Slovenia
Region:Idrija
Type:Dumplings
Main Ingredient:Flour, eggs, potatoes, lard
Other:TSG

Idrijski žlikrofi are traditional Slovenian dumplings that originate from Idrija.[1] They are made from dough with potato filling and are often served either as a side dish to meat or on their own, in which case they are topped with breadcrumbs.[2] The recipe dates back to the mid 19th century and remains one of the most popular Slovenian dishes.[3] Žlikrofi were awarded an EU protected geographical status in 2010 as Traditional Speciality Guaranteed, the first Slovenian dish to do so.[4]

Protection regime

Notes and References

  1. Book: Strategija razvoja gastronomije Slovenije. 2006. Univerza v Mariboru. Maribor.
  2. Book: Adamlje, Slavko. Slovenska kuhinja. 1995. Mladinska knjiga. Ljubljana. 123.
  3. Web site: Prešeren. Polona. Idrijski žlikrofi - a true speciality of Idrija. 2013-06-23. https://web.archive.org/web/20180506084149/http://www.slovenia.si/visit/cuisine/modern-culinary-trends/idrijski-zlikrofi-a-true-speciality-of-idrija. 2018-05-06. dead.
  4. News: Idrijski žlikrofi tudi evropsko zaščiteni. 23 June 2013. 15 January 2010.