Grah s kiselom repom ili kiselim zeljem

This comforting bean stew made with shredded pickled turnip (kisela repa) or sauerkraut (kiselo zelje) is traditionally prepared in northern parts of Croatia. To prepare it, dried beans are soaked overnight, boiled with smoked pork shin or ribs and bacon until cooked, then combined with pickled vegetables. The final touch lies in the thickening with a mixture of fried crushed garlic and a small amount of flour. Grah s kiselom repom is best enjoyed with slices of crusty homemade bread, and it tastes even better when paired with cooked sausages.