{"product_id":"mlinci","title":"Mlinci 250g – Croatian Baked Pasta Sheets","description":"\u003cp\u003eMlinci are thin Croatian baked pasta sheets made with eggs, ready to soak up rich roasting juices as a comforting side for roast turkey, duck or chicken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Are Mlinci?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMlinci are a type of dried flatbread pasta, made from thin sheets of dough that are baked, then broken into pieces and softened before serving. A traditional Croatian side dish, they soak up the savoury juices from roast poultry. The dry sheets soften into tender, irregular pieces with a gentle bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese Klara mlinci are made with wheat flour and 10% eggs, giving them a mild, savoury flavour with lightly toasted notes. Known in Croatian as \u003cem\u003emlinci s jajima\u003c\/em\u003e, or mlinci with eggs, they make a comforting alternative to potatoes or rice when you want something different alongside a roast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheets are perforated, making them easier to snap into smaller pieces before soaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy Mlinci\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe with roast turkey for the classic Croatian dish \u003cem\u003epurica s mlincima\u003c\/em\u003e. Follow our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/recipes\/mlinci-recipe\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emlinci recipe with roasting juices\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for tender pieces with lightly golden edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with roast duck or goose, letting the mlinci absorb a little of the rich poultry fat and savoury juices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd to your Sunday chicken roast with gravy and seasonal vegetables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFold through a creamy mushroom sauce with parsley and black pepper for a comforting vegetarian supper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe beneath chicken or pork in a creamy pan sauce, spooning the sauce over just before taking it to the table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Prepare Mlinci\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreak the dry sheets into bite-sized pieces and place in a heatproof bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour over enough boiling water or freshly boiled stock to cover and leave for 3–5 minutes, until softened.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrain well, then transfer to a warm pan containing a little of the juices and fat from your roast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToss gently and warm through until the pieces are coated. Taste before adding any extra salt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese mlinci do not need to be boiled on the hob. Soaking is enough; prolonged boiling can make them overly soft. A 250g pack makes approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3–4 side portions\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on appetite and what else you serve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCook’s Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have no roasting juices, soften sliced onion in a little \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mangalitza-lard\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMangalitsa lard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, add a splash of stock and fold through the drained mlinci. For a vegetarian version, use butter and vegetable stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere Do They Come From?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese mlinci are made in Croatia by \u003cstrong\u003eZagrebačke pekarne Klara\u003c\/strong\u003e, a Zagreb bakery with a baking heritage dating back to 1909. Alongside its breads and pastries, Klara produces traditional mlinci for home cooks to prepare with their favourite roast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMlinci are particularly associated with the cooking of northwestern Croatia, including Zagorje and Zagreb. Turkey with mlinci is a familiar centrepiece for family gatherings and festive meals, with the softened sheets catching the juices from the roasting tin. Mlinci are also enjoyed in Slovenia, often with roast duck or goose, and in Serbia, particularly Vojvodina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover more regional specialities in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/croatian-food\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCroatian food collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pasta\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epasta and noodles collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for other traditional shapes and serving ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients \u0026amp; Nutritional Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWheat flour\u003c\/strong\u003e, liquid pasteurised \u003cstrong\u003eeggs\u003c\/strong\u003e (10.4%), salt, sunflower oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergy advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e For allergens, see ingredients in \u003cstrong\u003ebold\u003c\/strong\u003e. May contain \u003cstrong\u003emilk\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esesame\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for vegetarians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Croatia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a dry, well-ventilated place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eAverage nutrition per 100g\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eAmount\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1612 kJ \/ 380 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.6g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eof which saturates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eof which sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.6g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Klara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59111791165821,"sku":"KM250","price":3.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1611\/9729\/files\/klara-mlinci-croatian-baked-egg-pasta.jpg?v=1794646232","url":"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/products\/mlinci","provider":"Best of Hungary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}