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title: "20 dishes you absolutely have to try | Croatian Food"
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# 20 dishes you absolutely have to try | Croatian Food

1.  Crni rižot Antonio Truzzi Listed on nearly every Dalmatian menu, 'black risotto' is far more tasty than it sounds - or looks. Squid ink provides the distinctive colouring and satisfying flavour, squid and other seafood the meaty ingredients. Make sure you're familiar with your dining companion as this is the kind of dish that turns your teeth and tongue black - not great for a first date - but as  crni rižot is usually prepared that morning and heated up, it'll arrive much quicker than something that might require time on the grill.