Peka

Peka

Croatian · Recipe

Meat and vegetables slow-cooked under a metal bell over coals.

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About this dish

Croatian cuisine

Ingredients

  • 1kg lamb or veal
  • 500g potatoes
  • 2 onions
  • Garlic
  • Rosemary
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper

Description

Peka is a beloved Croatian method of cooking lamb, veal, or octopus with potatoes, onions, and herbs under an iron dome.

Instructions

  1. Marinate meat and vegetables with olive oil and herbs.
  2. Place in a pan and cover with a peka bell.
  3. Cook under hot coals for 2–3 hours, turning once.