May 24, 2019 · Peka is a Croatian dish typically made with meat or seafood and an assortment of vegetables. The name “peka” refers to both the meal and the dome it is cooked under.

Oct 25, 2021 · The word peka comes from peći, which means to roast or bake. When we say peka in Croatia, we mean two things. A roast meal of either meat or seafood with potatoes and assorted …

May 12, 2025 · In this article we'll share the traditional peka recipe and teach you everything there is to know about this Croatian delight, including its origin, history, vraiations, and more.

Sep 7, 2021 · However, peka is actually a way of cooking rather than a food. It involves cooking some sort of meat or seafood and vegetables slowly under an iron or clay lid that is shaped like a bell and …

Apr 3, 2013 · One of the most popular meals in Croatia’s Dalmatia region is peka, a blend of vegetables and meat drizzled with olive oil, sprinkled with herbs, and then baked to perfection under a bell-like …

Mar 25, 2025 · A “peka” is a large metal baking dish with a bell-shaped dome lid, used to cook food in an open fireplace, with hot coals and embers placed on top of the dome for even, slow cooking.

Peka is a beloved Croatian dish that encapsulates the heart and soul of Dalmatian cooking. Traditionally prepared under a bell-shaped lid, this rustic meal features tender chicken thighs, hearty potatoes, …

Method This recipe makes two Peka’s. Half the recipe if you need to. Serve the Peka with artisanal bread and Ajvar (a red pepper paste) and pickled side dishes. Accompany with Croatian wines or …

At its core, Peka is a dish of meat—often veal, lamb, or octopus —slow-cooked with potatoes, onions, carrots, garlic, and Mediterranean herbs under a bell-shaped dome lid called a peka.

May 25, 2025 · Peka isn’t just a dish—it’s a method of cooking that brings food to life with rich, smoky flavors. At its core, peka refers to the use of a large bell-shaped lid, usually made of iron or clay.