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National Dish Poland: Pieczone Ziemniaki z Ziołami (Recipe)
Say hello to Pieczone Ziemniaki z Ziołami, Poland’s answer to the humble roast potato. Tender chunks of potato are tossed …
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Bigos is the national dish of Poland, the hunter’s stew of sauerkraut, sausage and forest mushrooms. Our Bigos recipe shows how to make it at home, and it is one of 143 authentic Polish recipes waiting below.
The Most Famous Polish Dishes
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Bigos
Bigos is sauerkraut, fresh cabbage and several kinds of meat cooked down over days. It is reheated repeatedly, and each reheating is held to improve it. Polish households make it …
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Sernik
Discover Sernik, one of Poland's best-loved desserts. This traditional cheesecake pairs a wonderfully creamy quark filling with a crisp, buttery biscuit base, and the result is …
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Żurek
Discover Żurek, the tangy sour rye soup that stands proudly among Poland's best-loved dishes. Built on a fermented sourdough starter, potatoes and hearty sausage, it delivers a …
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Pierogi
Discover Pierogi, the beloved filled dumplings that stand at the very heart of Polish cooking. These tender parcels of dough wrap around a whole world of fillings, from savoury …
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Mizeria
Cool, creamy and wonderfully refreshing, Mizeria with soured cream is Poland's answer to a summer cucumber salad. Crisp cucumbers are folded through a velvety dressing of soured …
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Pączki
Meet Pączki, the plump, filled doughnuts that Poland adores. With their airy yeast dough and generous heart of fruity jam, these little treats are pure indulgence. Traditionally …
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National Dish Poland: Pasztet z wątróbki (Recipe)
Discover Pasztet z wątróbki, a much-loved Polish liver pâté made from fresh chicken liver and a warm blend of spices. Rich, smooth …
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National Dish Poland: Pasztet Drobiowy (Recipe)
Meet Pasztet Drobiowy, Poland’s much-loved poultry pâté and a fixture on breakfast tables across the country. Tender chicken …
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National Dish Poland: Paszteciki z Mięsem (Recipe)
Meet Paszteciki z Mięsem, the savoury little pastries that hold a special place at the Polish table. Tucked inside a crisp, golden …
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National Dish Poland: Pączki (Recipe)
Meet Pączki, the plump, filled doughnuts that Poland adores. With their airy yeast dough and generous heart of fruity jam, these …
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National Dish Poland: Oscypek z żurawiną (Recipe)
Meet Oscypek z żurawiną, one of Poland’s most distinctive mountain delicacies. Smoky, salty sheep’s cheese from the …
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National Dish Poland: Ogórkowa Mizeria (Recipe)
Meet Ogórkowa Mizeria, Poland’s beloved cucumber salad and the very taste of a Polish summer. Thin slices of crisp cucumber …
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National Dish Poland: Ogórki Kiszone (Recipe)
Meet Ogórki kiszone, Poland’s beloved fermented cucumbers, tangy, crisp and wonderfully good for you. Made with nothing more …
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National Dish Poland: Naleśniki z Serem (Recipe)
Discover Naleśniki z Serem, one of Poland’s most comforting sweet treats. These tender Polish pancakes are wrapped around a …
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National Dish Poland: Młoda kapusta z koperkiem (Recipe)
Meet Młoda kapusta z koperkiem, a fresh and fuss-free taste of the Polish spring. This gentle braise of tender young cabbage and …
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National Dish Poland: Mizeria with Soured Cream (Recipe)
Cool, creamy and wonderfully refreshing, Mizeria with soured cream is Poland’s answer to a summer cucumber salad. Crisp …
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National Dish Poland: Mazurek Wielkanocny (Recipe)
Discover Mazurek Wielkanocny, one of Poland’s most treasured Easter bakes. This colourful, flat tart layers a delicate …
Read more →What is the national dish of Poland?
The national dish of Poland is bigos, the hunter's stew of sauerkraut, sausage and forest mushrooms. You will find a step-by-step recipe for it on this page, alongside 142 more authentic Polish recipes.
What food is Poland famous for?
Beyond bigos, Poland is famous for dishes like Sernik, Żurek and Pierogi. This page collects 143 authentic Polish recipes, from everyday classics to festive specialities.