CroatianSnackMeat

Kulen

Kulen is a snack croatian recipe with 400 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

400 kcal

Total Time

43200 min

Servings

1

Protein

25 g

Ingredients

  • minced pork8 oz
  • sweet paprika1 tbsp
  • hot paprika1 tsp
  • salt1 tsp
  • garlic, minced1 clove

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Select high-quality cuts of pork, such as leg or shoulder, and finely mince it.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Season the minced pork with a generous amount of sweet and hot paprika, salt, and garlic.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Stuff the mixture into a natural pork casing.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Cold-smoke the sausage for several weeks.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Age the kulen for several months in a cool, dry, and dark place.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Once aged, the kulen is ready to be sliced thinly and served.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

400

Protein

25g

Carbs

2g

Fat

32g

Fiber

0g

Micronutrients

Iron

1.5 mg

Zinc

3 mg

Sodium

1500 mg

Calcium

20 mg

Folate

5 mcg

Magnesium

20 mg

Potassium

400 mg

Vitamin C

1 mg

Vitamin A

150 mcg

Vitamin B12

1.5 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

No major allergens flagged

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Kulen works well as a short-term grab-and-go option when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kulen

How many calories are in Kulen?

Kulen has about 400 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Kulen suitable for vegetarians?

No. Kulen is not vegetarian as written because it includes minced pork.

Is Kulen gluten-free?

Kulen is not reliably gluten-free as written. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Kulen?

This recipe does not contain none of the major allergens flagged in this recipe feed, but you should still review packaged ingredient labels for any brand-specific warnings.

Can I make Kulen ahead of time?

Kulen works well as a short-term grab-and-go option when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.

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