Vanjkuši

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

Also known as vankuši or jastuci (lit. pillows), vanjkuši are traditional thin pastry rolls that are especially popular in the region of Moslavina. They are called pillows because of their unique shape. These rolls are usually filled with a combination of eggs, corn grits, and cottage cheese. Once they are baked, vanjkuši can be consumed straight away, although they are sometimes drenched in boiling water in order to puff up (the excess water content is later removed), or they can be topped with a combination of cream, butter, and salt. Alternatively, vanjkuši are served wrapped in bacon, especially during festivities and celebrations.