Recipes of Ukrainian dumplings “vareniki” and borsch

Ukrainian cuisine is famous for its variety, taste and feeling of family coziness at the table. Two of the most popular traditional dishes that are definitely worth trying are Ukrainian borscht and dumplings. Let me tell you about their features and secrets of proper preparation.

Ukrainian borsch recipe

Ingredients:

• 500 g of fresh pork;
• 2 beets of medium size;
• 2-3 potatoes;
• 1 carrot;
• 1 onion;
• 1 red pepper;
• 1/4 cabbage;
• 2 tomatoes (or 2 tablespoons of tomato paste);
• 2-3 cloves of garlic;
• Greens (parsley and dill);
• A few pinches of salt, nice bell pepper, bay leaf.

Instructions:

1. Cut the porkintosmall cubes and fry in sunflower oil until golden.
2. Add choppedonion, carrot and pepper and stew until the vegetables become soft.
3. Add chopped potatoes, beetsandcabbage to the broth. Then cook it well until done.
4. Add tomatoes or tomato paste, tasty garlic, a few pinches of salt, bell pepper andbayleaf. Cook for another 5-10 minutes.
5. In the end serve it pleasewith quality sour cream and fresh aromatic herbs.

Recipe for dumplings with potatoes

Ingredients:

• 300 g of flour;
• 1 egg;
• 200 g of potatoes;
• 1 onion;
• bell pepper.

Instructions:

1. Preparethe dough by mixing flour, egg and water. Knead and leave it for 30 minutes.
2. Boilpotatoes properly until they become soft, then drain well the water and mash the potatoes. Add salt and pepper to taste.
3. Fry the choppedonion, waituntil it be golden and add to the puree.
4. Rollout the your self-made dough, and then cut out circles. Place a spoonful of this tasty filling on each circle, close and cook in boiling water.

Conclusions

Ukrainian borscht and dumplings are not only dishes, but also part of cultural heritage. Their taste and aroma inspire you to search for delicious recipes and travel to the world of Ukrainian cuisine. Try these recipes at home, enjoy their taste and share the joy with your loved ones!

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