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Croatian Blitva: Swiss Chard & Potatoes (Simple Side Dish!)

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Blitva

Cultural Context

Blitva, a traditional dish from Croatia, showcases the vibrant flavors of Swiss chard and potatoes, often enjoyed as a side dish. This dish reflects the Mediterranean influence on Croatian cuisine, emphasizing fresh, local ingredients. Today, Blitva is a staple in Croatian households and has gained popularity in various Mediterranean diets worldwide.

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4 servings
Servings4
1 bunch swiss chard
2 cups potatoes
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Cube a few potatoes.

2

Strip chard from the stems and give it a rough chop.

3

Mince some garlic.

4

Add oil to a large skillet and heat until shimmering.

5

Add the cubed potatoes and cover the skillet.

6

Cook the potatoes, stirring occasionally, until tender and beginning to brown, about 15 minutes.

7

Once potatoes are fork tender, uncover the skillet and add minced garlic and lemon zest.

8

Cook the garlic for about a minute.

9

Add the chard along with a bit of water and a generous pinch of salt.

10

Cover the pan and allow the chard to wilt and cook for a minute or two.

11

Stir in the wilted chard with the potatoes and garlic.

12

Turn off the heat and squeeze in lemon juice.

13

Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

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