Strukli, also known as strukle and struklji, are made of puff pastry filled with a mixture of fresh cottage cheese and eggs and covered with fresh cream. It can be prepared as a savory or sweet dish, it can be boiled or baked, and it can be served as a soup, starter, dessert, main dish or a simple meal.
It is prepared for different occasions – as an everyday dish or as a festive delicacy. This simple food is the symbol of Zagorje region.
Many restaurants in Zagreb serve Zagorje strukji – as one of favorite local dishes. After tasting it for the first time, you will certainly try it again. Restaurant Ivica and Marica is one of the best places to taste this meal prepared in different ways.
Watch this video how to prepare this typical dish.