Kiseljačke pogače

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

Kiseljačka pogača is a type of leavened flatbread that hails from Kiseljak, a small town known for its carbonated natural mineral water. The bread is made with flour, chilled carbonated water, salt, and yeast. When mixed, the dough is rolled into palm-sized discs that are then baked in wood-fired ovens at high temperatures. Each bread is cut in half and coated with a generous amount of kajmak—creamy clotted cream spread. These flatbreads are sold at bakeries and specialized stalls. They are best enjoyed freshly baked. As the dish has become an important part of local culture, there is an initiative to protect it and register it on the UNESCO's Lists of Intangible Cultural Heritage.