Soparnik (Croatia)

An authentic recipe for traditional Croatian Soparnik, showcasing the rustic flavors of Swiss chard, garlic, and premium olive oil encased in thin, crispy pastry.

Level Medium Prep 45 min Cook 20 min Servings 8 Score 4.9/10

Ready in

65 min

Makes 8 servings

Prep 45m

Cook 20m

Level Medium

About this recipe

An authentic recipe for traditional Croatian Soparnik, showcasing the rustic flavors of Swiss chard, garlic, and premium olive oil encased in thin, crispy pastry.

A treasured Dalmatian specialty consisting of thin dough layers stuffed with Swiss chard, garlic, and olive oil.

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, olive oil, and warm water to knead a smooth, elastic dough. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
Prepare the filling by cutting the thoroughly dried Swiss chard leaves into thin strips, mixing with chopped red onions, parsley, salt, and olive oil.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Divide the rested dough into two equal halves.
Roll out the first dough ball into a large thin circle directly on a baking sheet or parchment paper.
Spread the chard filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Roll out the second ball of dough and place it carefully over the filling. Crimp and seal the edges tightly by folding the bottom crust over the top crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes until the top is golden and slightly blistered, poking a few holes in the top crust midway through to release steam.
20 min
Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then brush generously with a mixture of extra virgin olive oil and minced garlic before cutting into diamond shapes.

Nutrition

Calories 240

Protein 5g

Carbs 32g

Fat 10g

Fiber 3g

Sugar 2g

Sodium 320mg

Serving Size 1 slice

Cooking Timeline

Prep 45 min

Cook 20 min

Total 65 min

Recipe Scorecard

Overall 9.3 /10

Expert 4.9 95% conf.

Taste 9.6
Presentation 9.5
Nutrition 8.5
Value 9.2
Instructions 9.3
Ingredients 9.4
Time Accuracy 9.0
Difficulty 8.0
Would Make Again 9.0

Expert Review

Reviewed by FindEdition Kitchen

Verdict

An exceptional, heritage-rich Croatian savory pie that balances rustic chard with fragrant garlic and olive oil.

Pros

Protected intangible cultural heritage
Simple wholesome ingredients
Unique and flavorful profile

Cons

Requires careful handling of thin dough

Overview

A treasured Dalmatian specialty consisting of thin dough layers stuffed with Swiss chard, garlic, and olive oil.

AI Insights

Summary

An authentic recipe for traditional Croatian Soparnik, showcasing the rustic flavors of Swiss chard, garlic, and premium olive oil encased in thin, crispy pastry.

Tips

Roll the dough as thin as possible to stay true to the traditional style of Soparnik
Do not skip the garlic and olive oil brushing at the end; it defines the signature flavor
Cut into diamond-shaped pieces just before serving