In Karlovy Vary, there are many restaurants specializing in traditional Czech cuisine. As a rule, the menus of these restaurants have many meat dishes, with pork being the most commonly used meat type. Some restaurants offer grilled pork knuckle. Dishes with duck, mutton, and beef are also widespread in the region. Fresh bread and garnishes with various vegetables are typical additions to meat. Finally, it is impossible to imagine meat dishes without special sauces.
Spices are widely used in the traditional cuisine of the region. Ginger, thyme, chili pepper, marjoram, and cinnamon are the most widespread spices in the region. Vepřové Koleno, pork knuckle cooked on coals, is a classic example of authentic local dishes. Tourists who plan to order it in one of the local restaurants should keep in mind that they will get approximately one kilogram of roasted meat with a no less impressive portion of garnish. It is better to order this dish for at least two people.
Pickled pork ribs are one more popular meat dish in the region. It is believed that it is possible to try the classical version of this dish only in its motherland. Fans of fish dishes should try carp in Karlovy Vary. Local chefs are particularly attentive when cooking this fish. Carp is one of the main festive dishes in the region, so no wonder why chefs pay so much attention to cooking and serving the fish.
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