Ocvirkove pogačice

Ocvirkove pogačice is a traditional snack originating from the Prekmurje region. The dough is made with a combination of flour, yeast, lard, sour cream, egg yolks, milk, and salt. It is rolled out, then topped with a combination of cracklings, tender lard, and black pepper. The dough is folded twice, left to rest, and it’s then beaten with a roller pin, stretched, and topped with the cracklings once more. The dough is cut out with an upside-down glass, and the small snacks are then decorated with a square net pattern on top and baked until golden. Ocvirkove pogačice are enjoyed at celebrations and feasts. They’re often served with different kinds of wine. The snack was originally prepared during koline (pig slaughter), when fresh cracklings were abundant.