Bujta repa

Bujta repa is a rich hot pot of pork, pickles, and grated sour turnips. It is a traditional Slovenian food, most commonly prepared in the north-eastern part of the country.

The preparation includes stewing fatty parts of a pig’s head, skin, and neck together with sour turnips, spices, and seasonings such as bay leaves, paprika, garlic, onion. A good dose of lard and millet are also included.

Bujta repa is a hearty main dish. It is essentially a thick soup of pork and other ingredients. It’s a much-loved Slovenian food, especially during winter.