3 must-eat foods in the Czech Republic
1. Goulash (Guláš) is a very popular traditional dish in the Czech Republic! Originally from Hungary, Czech goulash is a little different from the Hungarian style.
Characteristics of Czech goulash
✅ Meat-centered – mainly beef (there is also a pork version)
✅ Less spicy – less spicy than Hungarian goulash, and less paprika
✅ Thick stew style – less broth, more like a thick sauce
✅ Side dish – usually served with Knedlíky (Czech bread dumplings)
2. Koleno (Koleno) is one of the traditional dishes you must try in the Czech Republic!
What is Koleno (Koleno)?
✅ Pork Knee (Pig's Feet) Dish - Usually marinated in beer or spices for 3-5 hours or more and baked
✅ Crispy on the outside, moist on the inside - Soft and juicy after being cooked for a long time
✅ Goes great with beer - Best with Czech beer
✅ Side dish - Served with pickled cabbage (Sauerkraut), mustard, bread, pickles, etc.
3. Žižek
In the Czech Republic, a dish similar to pork cutlet is a traditional fried meat dish called “Smažený řízek” (Smažený řízek).
Smažený řízek (Smažený řízek)
• Main ingredients: Usually pork, beef, or chicken
• Cooking method: Thinly pounded meat, coated in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs, and fried in oil
• Serving method: Served with potatoes or potato salad, often enjoyed with lemon.
• Characteristics: Similar to pork cutlet, but in the Czech Republic, the meat is usually thicker and the breadcrumbs are fried crispy.