This sauerkraut-based version of the famous Russian Cabbage Soup, also known as Sour Shchi, is comforting, hearty, and utterly delicious. The best thing - it's even better the next day! Guess who is back! Two years since my last recipe I am finally ready to continue the blog and introduce you ...
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Russian Cabbage Pie
Russian Cabbage Pie is one of the best culinary creations this country can offer. Rich and buttery crust featuring a secret ingredient (sour cream) filled to the brim with a classic Russian mixture of braised cabbage and boiled eggs. Perfection. Let’s talk about cabbage, shall we? Did you ...
Olivier Salad (Russian Potato Salad)
Olivier Salad, also known in other countries as Russian Potato Salad, is one of the most famous Russian foods. This filling, hearty, and comforting salad is usually served on various occasions, but mostly on a New Year's Eve which is the most important Russian holiday of the year. This blog ...
Russian Breakfast – Breakfast Around the World #4
Hey there! When I started this blog, I set myself a mission to recreate as many traditional breakfasts from all around the world as possible. Many people skip the breakfast, but in my opinion it is the most important meal of the day. Your body and brain need some fuel to start moving for God’s sake! ...
Blini - Traditional Russian Pancakes
Russian Pancakes are big and very thin, resembling French crepes. The best thing about them is a huge variety of fillings and toppings. I made both sweet (strawberry jam) and savory (sour cream, caviar, smoked salmon) versions! I decided to dedicate one more post to the food of my childhood. ...
Russian Cottage Cheese Pancakes - Syrniki
I grew up with the Russian Cottage Cheese Pancakes, called Syrniki in the original language, and I can't recommend them enough, guys. Topped with sour cream or yogurt and caramelized fruit, these filling pancakes make a great weekend breakfast, a meatless weeknight dinner, or can be served as a ...
Polish Potato Pancakes
Guys, these Polish Potato Pancakes are something. Ready in 20 minutes and requiring only 7 basic ingredients, these melt-in-your-mouth tender and filling pancakes make a perfect meatless dinner! Almost all (not literally all, but a big part of) Eastern European dishes have one thing in ...
Russian Cranberry Drink - Mors
Forget about Coke or other unhealthy carbonated drinks. This cranberry goodness (Mors) coming straight from Russia will quench your thirst and load your body with vitamins and minerals! Today we are heading to Russia to taste their super healthy cranberry drink called Mors. Yes, you heard me ...