After a long hiatus, I’ve decided the first update needs to be another Russian favorite. This one is a very old Russian recipe and is actually Tatar in origin. Like with many old dishes, there are a large number of variations of this one. However, this particular recipe is how my family’s been doing it [...]
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Russian Fish Kotleti/Cutlets
If you’re looking beef/pork kotleti, you can find the recipe here. I decided to do fish separately since the recipe and preparation are a little different than with other meats. The result is a very light and savory fish patty that is good with just about anything. Ingredients 2 pounds of fish filet (your choice) [...]
Uzbek style Plov – Pilaf
This dish is native to most of the countries in central and was spread to Russia during its soviet days. Indian cuisine has its own versions as well. As with any dish such as this, there are countless variations and many different names. In this recipe we use pork; in my family we prefer pork [...]
Meat Stuffed Blinchiki / Blintzes
Meat Stuffed Blinchiki / Blintzes (14) This is a very common dish most places in Eastern Europe but may be by different names. In the West, it is mostly known by its Polish name of “blintzes,” however the dish is essentially the same. It can be prepared with a wide variety of fillings, most commonly [...]
Golubtsi – Meat Stuffed Cabbage rolls
This is a very common household dish in Russia and other Eastern European countries that goes back quite a while. As with most other household dishes, there are many different recipes having different fillings, sauces, etc. This recipe is the one that is prepared in my family and the results are quite good. Ingredients 1 [...]
Borscht – Russian Beet Soup
Borscht – Russian Beet Soup This dish is one of the staples of Russian cuisine, and it seems it has gained some popularity in the West as well. Like with most traditional recipes, there are many variations of this soup and the particular one I give here is one that is prepared within my family. [...]
Greek Style Fish
Though probably not Russian in origin, this is a common dish prepared in a lot of Russian households. How “Greek” it is I do not know, but it’s a very simple way to prepare an excellent seafood dish. Ingredients: A few steaks of fish (we used Pollock) 1 cup of flour 6oz can of tomato [...]
Sprats Appetizer
European sprats are a type of small fish commonly, smoked, salted, and canned. Similar to sardines, they are primarily served as appetizer. You can serve them on a plate to compliment some vodka or dress with some lemon juice. The way my parents usually serve them is to make little sandwiches with them. You’ll need [...]
Beef Stroganoff
This has been one of my favorite dishes since childhood and fortunately it is also extremely easy to make. Ingredients: 1.5 lb thinly sliced beef, cut into strips. Go for a cut that’s not too tough, otherwise you have to tenderize the meat. 0.5 lb sour cream 1 medium onion (chopped) 2 tbs all purpose [...]
Russian Special Occasion Menu
My dad celebrated his 51st birthday just a little over a week ago and we had a few guests over at our house for dinner. I have tried to compile a list of all the essential dishes at the dinner including their recipes. They’re not as detailed as they usually would be, but I have [...]