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Blitva sa Krumpirom

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Ingredients

  • - 1 kg (2.2 lb) Swiss chard, stems removed, roughly chopped
  • - 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • - 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • - 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • - Salt, to taste

Method

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook for 10 minutes.
  2. Add the chard to the same pot and continue boiling for a further 8-10 minutes until both potatoes and chard are tender.
  3. Drain well in a colander, pressing gently to remove excess water.
  4. Heat olive oil in the empty pot and gently sauté the garlic until fragrant, not browned.
  5. Return the drained chard and potatoes to the pot, tossing gently to coat in the garlic oil.
  6. Season with salt and serve warm.

Introduction: This Dalmatian classic of boiled Swiss chard and potatoes, dressed simply with olive oil and garlic, is the
traditional accompaniment to grilled fish along the Adriatic coast.

Cultural Background: This Dalmatian classic of boiled Swiss chard and potatoes, dressed simply with olive oil and garlic, is the
traditional accompaniment to grilled fish along the Adriatic coast. Its simplicity reflects the coastal philosophy of
letting quality ingredients speak for themselves.

Tips: Press out excess water thoroughly, or the dish becomes watery. Serve as a bed under grilled fish to soak up its
juices.

Variations: A little lemon juice or a dash of chilli oil is a common coastal variation.

Storage: Refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Reheating: Reheat gently in a pan with a touch of olive oil.

Nutrition: Per serving (approx.): 190 kcal, 4 g protein, 10 g fat, 22 g carbohydrate.

FAQs

Q: What is blitva traditionally served with?
A: Grilled fish is the classic pairing along the Dalmatian coast.

Q: Can spinach replace chard?
A: Chard is traditional, but spinach can be used with a shorter cooking time.