Pasticada
Pasticada is a traditional Dalmatian beef stew, slow-cooked in a rich sauce made with wine, vinegar, prunes, and aromatic spices. It is a celebratory dish often served on special occasions, reflecting the deep culinary heritage of Croatia's coastal regions.
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Ingredients
- 2 lbs
- 2 cups
- 1/2 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 2 medium
- 2 medium
- 3
- 4 whole
- 2
- 3 tbsp
- 2 tbsp
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Croatian
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Last updated 4/1/2026
Originating from the Dalmatian coast, pasticada has roots in Venetian-influenced Croatian cuisine, where preserving meat and enhancing flavor with wine and vinegar were common practices.
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