Top 3 Slavonian Sausages

In the heart of Slavonia, in the village of Nard, lies OPG Barić, a family-run farm dedicated to preserving tradition and producing top-quality Slavonian kulen. Zvonko Barić, the recipient of numerous awards and recognitions, has been proudly crafting products for years that captivate the palates of lovers of authentic Slavonian cured meat specialties. The kulen from OPG Barić is made according to a traditional recipe, with a strict selection of the finest ingredients. Only the highest-quality pork from local pigs, natural spices, and meticulous attention to the smoking and curing process—lasting several months—are used to achieve the perfect balance of flavor, aroma, and texture. This dedication to detail has earned OPG Barić prestigious awards, including the title of Best Kulen at numerous kulen competitions.Expand

Slavonski kulen is the best-known delicacy of eastern Croatian cuisine. It is a cured sausage made from prime cuts of pork combined with carefully selected spices including red paprika and garlic. Kulen has a strong smoky flavor with the aromas of paprika and pepper. Slavonian type of kulen must be produced using the meat of pigs that have been raised in Slavonia. Only the premium cuts of pork are used in the making of this sausage and every step of the production process is kept separated from that of all other sausages. Kulen matures for several months during which it is smoked and dried. Historically, only one kulen was produced per slaughtered pig, which made it extremely rare, and the delicacy used to be served only on special occasions.Expand

Baranjski kulen is a premium cured meat sausage made from the best cuts of pork meat combined with salt, hot and mild red paprika, and garlic. Kulen has been traditionally produced in the northeastern part of Croatia for generations and is known for its unique spicy and smoky flavor. This type of kulen may (but need not) be produced using pork meat and fat from pigs that have been raised in Baranja. The kulen matures for at least nine months, during which it gets smoked and dried. Sometimes, to make it even more dry, kulen sausages mature covered in ashes. This deli meat is best eaten with fresh bread and accompanied by slavonian cheese and dry white wines.Expand

Kulen is an authentic Croatian product made with a combination of pork, seasonings, and spices (such as salt and paprika) in pork casings. Kulenova seka, or kulen's sister, as the name suggests, is made with the same ingredients, but it is dried in a thinner casing, so it matures earlier than kulen. It pairs well with milder cheeses and crusty bread.Expand