Istrian stew or yota (Croatian: Istarska jota; Slovene: Jota, Italian: Jota) is very popular in Istria as well as other regions in Croatia. It is also typical of North Eastern parts of Italy specifically in Trieste, Gorizia, Friuli and the Slovenian Littoral. Its main ingredients are beans, sauerkraut, potatoes, bacon, spare ribs, and the main seasoning is garlic.