If you ever have the opportunity to visit the Ukrainian capital, then you’ll see the name “Kiev cutlet” (Chicken Kiev) in almost any restaurant menu. This dish is known and adored around the world and is truly the pride of national cuisine. It is not cooked as a usual cutlet using minced meat but it is made using pounded chicken fillet and a piece of butter wrapped inside. Ukrainian history Historians say that the first Chicken Kiev (kotleta po-kyivsky) was cooked in 1918. However, it became popular only in 1947....
Pampushky – Ukrainian garlic bread
Every Ukrainian knows that borsch is not a real borsch without pampushky. Pampushky are savory Ukrainian buns made of yeast dough and brushed with garlic sauce. Baked to golden beauty, they are used as a substitute for bread. In Ukraine, pampushky stand in one row with varenyky, halushky, borsch and salo, and are considered one of the culinary symbols of the Ukrainian culture. Fluffy and airy inside and crust outside, they perfectly complement the Ukrainian beet soup. These mouth-watering buns are best with a touch of dill and garlic....
Zucchini fritters with herbs and garlic
When summer is in full swing and markets are loaded with fresh courgettes, it would be a crime to not enjoy these fabulous veggies. And we have a stunning recipe for squash pancakes with fragrant herbs and a light garlicky flavor. These fritters are a fan, easy, and yummy snack for both working days and free days. When taken from a frying pan, crispy and golden brown, and dipped in fresh sour cream, the pancakes blend a variety of textures into one insanely delicious bite. They taste really fabulous....