
Fish Zacuscă
Fish zacuscă is a traditional Romanian preserve from regions with access to water, made from fried or smoked fish, roasted aubergines, roasted peppers, tomatoes, and onion, slowly cooked together until a thick and aromatic spread is formed. It is preserved in jars and served cold on bread as an appetizer throughout winter.
Servings
10
Prep
45 min
Cook
75 min
Total
120 min
🥘Ingredients
servings
Vegetable base
Fish
✅Dietary Compatibility
Yield
approx. 4–5 jars of 300 ml
📦Storage
Refrigerator
Opened jars up to 1 week in the refrigerator
Freezer
Freezing is not recommended
🥗Nutrition Facts
Values per serving (approx. 80g)
Calories
145 kcal
Protein
10 g
Fat
9 g
Carbohydrates
8 g
Fiber
3 g
🍷Pairs Well With
💡Variations
Replace the fried fish with smoked mackerel for a more intense flavor and shorter preparation time.
Add 1 tsp smoked paprika for an extra smoky note.
Replace half the aubergines with roasted courgettes for a milder-tasting version.