Cabbage rolls (holubtsi in Ukrainian) are a dish consisting of cabbage leaves wrapped around different fillings. Though this dish is rather time-consuming to make, it’s totally worth the work. Meatless cabbage rolls are just as delicious as the meat ones and can be served on their own. They are part of the 12 Christmas dishes in the traditional Ukrainian cuisine. Today we’re going to stuff our cabbage rolls with a savory mix of buckwheat, carrot, and onion and bake them under a blanket of tomato sauce. Comfort food that is nourishing...
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....
Ukrainian beet salad – Vinegret
If you’ve recognized this salad, then you’re Ukrainian:)) Vinegret is also popular in Russia and other post-Soviet states. At most holidays and family gatherings, you will find a bowl of this vibrant, healthy and nutritious salad on a table. Although it is called “vinegret” in Ukrainian, which may sound to you like a vinaigrette, it’s a real salad, not a dressing. If you look at ingredients of this salad, you’ll understand why this salad was so popular during winter holidays for Ukrainian ancestors – because it is cooked of...