Russian Borscht
Although some might argue that this dish is Ukrainian, it has become a staple soup in Russian cuisine as well. The most important ingredient of this soup is beetroot, a...
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Cuisine: Russian Recipes
Russian recipes often include a dynamic combination of fish, caviar, mushrooms, berries honey and poultry. To find out more about the recipes we have available to browse through, simply scroll down to view them.
Shashlik
Although Shashlik is not a Russian dish per se, it is a very popular dish in Russia (and around the world!) In Russia, it is often referred to as Russian...
Pelmeni (Dumplings)
Pelmeni are similar to the Italian tortelinis or the Polish pieorgi, but is the Russian version. They are smaller than traditonal pierogi, with a thin dough and raw filling, which...
Bliny (Crepes)
Bliny are a small version of pancakes made with eggs, flour, and milk or kefir (a fermented milk drink.) They are mostly eaten for breakfast with sour cream, honey, apple...
Olivier/Russian Salad
This Russian salad is mostly eaten on holidays, for the sake of convenience and tradition. Olivier salad is made with vegetables, meat, eggs, and generously dressed with mayo. It’s a...
Syrniki
Syrniki are slightly sweet, cheesy Russian pancakes made from Farmer’s cheese. They are super soft and just slightly sweet on the inside. Syrniki are traditionally made with tvorog, a fresh cheese...
Kasha (Russian Porridge)
One of the most prominent sayings about Russian cuisine roughly translates as “Shschi and kasha are our food”. And it truly is so: Russians are very fond of any kind of groats eaten...
Herring Under a Fur Coat / Dressed Herring
This dish with its amusing name is one of the favorite Russian foods for the holiday table. It’s a layered salad, made with salted herring, onions, boiled potatoes, carrots, beetroots, and...
Solyanka
Many Russians love this authentic Russian soup because of its rich consistency and sour flavor. The name itself is derived from the word salt, which it one of the most...
Okroshka
Okroshka is a cold traditional Russian soup. They say okroshka originated on the banks of Volga river invented by burlaks, poor work people hired to haul barges upstream in the...
Shchi
This mouth-watering soup is probably one of the most ancient Russian dishes, with its history dating back to the 9th century. It is very easy to cook, and, back in...
Russian Pork Aspic-Kholodets or Studen
Kholodets is a food loved by many generations in Russia, even though it takes over a day to prepare! It is a jellied meat dish. To make true kholodets, your...
Pozharsky Cutlet
Cutlets carry a tang of childhood nostalgia, and that’s why they are a favorite of almost any Russian. It could be argued that Pozharsky cutlet is the most popular Russian...
Pirozhki
Pirozhki are a Russian popular go-to dessert, comfort food, and street food, as they are very easy to come by in the stores and to prepare. Just choose the filling...
Rassolnik
Rassolnik is one of the many Russian salty soups, with the word rassol (brine) being so key that it even made its way to the soup’s name. A proper rassolnik is...
Pryaniki
Pryaniki is one of the staple sweets of Russian cuisine and has been around for a very long time. Its consistency is very similar to that of gingerbread. The most...
Sbiten’
Sbiten’ is a very traditional drink in Russia, possibly one of the most ancient, with its roots deep in Russian culture. It can be sweet, spicy, or both, all depending...
Russian Beef Stroganoff
When we need a quick weeknight dinner, famous Russian Beef Stroganoff is one of our go-tos. It’s so easy and so flavorful! Beef stroganoff is a very famous dish outside...
Russian Vinaigrette
Probably one of the most popular salads in the post-Soviet countries, Vinegrette is often served as a light and nutritious salad or appetizer. This salad, as it is now prepared...
Ukha
Soups are considered a very healthy meal in Russia, and that’s why there are so many of them. Ukha is a traditional Russian fish soup, consisting, in addition to the...
Russian Vareniki
Vareniki are often seen as a vegetarian alternative to pelmeni, and that is not too far off: wrap some dough around a sweet or savory filling, fry or boil it,...
Russian Tea Cakes/ Mexican Wedding Cookies
Russian tea cakes, also known as Mexican wedding cookies, have a delicate, fine, melt-in-your-mouth texture not unlike shortbread, and a rich, deeply nutty flavor. How to Make Russian Tea Cakes:...
Holodets Meat Jelly/ Holodnoe
Kholodets (or holodets) is a traditional dish in various east and west European cuisines (Russian, Ukrainian, Polish, and many others). The recipe for kholodets is very simple but quite time...
Home-made Ice Cream with Apricots & Chocolate Pit
How to Make Ice Cream: Take cream and trimoline to the boil, add yolks mixed with sugar and make a crème anglaise. Cool at the ice bath. Add baked cottage...
