Patka s mlincima

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

Patka s mlincima is a specialty originating from the northern parts of Croatia, especially the regions of Zagorje and Međimurje. Main components of the dish are a whole duck and mlinci – a traditional pasta variety made with flour, water, and sometimes lard and eggs. The duck is seasoned with salt, covered with a mixture of water, wine, and melted fat, then roasted. While it's roasting, the duck is drizzled with its own dripping juices. The mlinci are baked, covered with boiling water, then drained. When the meat is done, mlinci are covered with leftover roasting juices. The dish is typically served with red cabbage salad on the side. This succulent meat dish is also often present at the festive Christmas table.