Influenced by many regions across Europe, Asia and the
Middle East - Russia has plenty of delicious & traditional
dishes on the menu. Dishes were generally made of wheat, vegetables,
berries and fish, though meat is very common these days.
Try out something different in the kitchen this weekend and give one
of the recipes below a go!
Pelmeni
Pelmeni are Russian dumplings generally filled with a mix of minced
meat, onion, herbs and seasoning. They’re boiled in water or pan fried
and served with either sour cream or melted butter - though the
addition of vinegar or soy sauce is quiet popular and
so delicious 🤤
Borsch
A deep red beet soup that's sure to bring some color to a cold winters
day - serve with sour cream (optional but recommended!). Origins of
the soup stem from Ukraine, though you’ll find Borsch being cooked in
various kitchens across Eastern Europe each in their unique way.
Typically made with meat stock, this soup can also be made with a
variety of vegetables alone which is popular during periods of
fasting. Which ever version you try, you won’t be disappointed!
Piroshki
Piroshki, pirogi, belyashi - whatever you call them, these little hand
pies are favoured amongst many trying Russian cuisine for the first
time. Common fillings include ground meat, cabbage, potato or
mushrooms, which is encased in fluffy dough and then fried or baked in
the oven. Best when they’re fresh, these little gems are perfect for a
picnic or a quick snack 🧺
Medovik
(Honey Cake)
Transport yourself to cake heaven with this
créme de la créme of layered cakes. Soft layers of
caramelised honey biscuit are smothered in a creamy, fluffy, sourcream
based frosting that’s all topped off with crispy bits of the biscuit
for added texture. Let the cake sit a day before eating so the
flavours can blend and layers can soften - you won't be able to stop
at just one slice.