Essential Ukrainian Dinner Recipe
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Ingredients
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Borscht
Varenyky (Dumplings)
Holodets (Jellied Meat)
Method
Borscht Preparation
- 1
Cook the Vegetables
In a large pot, add the vegetable broth, beets, cabbage, carrots, onion, and garlic. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
- 2
Add Flavorings
Stir in tomato paste, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
- 3
Serve
Remove bay leaves, serve hot with dill and a dollop of sour cream.
Varenyky Preparation
- 4
- 5
- 6
Form the Dumplings
Roll out the dough and cut circles, place a spoonful of filling in the center, fold and seal the edges.
- 7
Cook the Dumplings
Boil the dumplings in salted water until they float. Serve with butter.
Holodets Preparation
- 8
- 9
Strain and Cool
Remove meat and vegetables, strain the broth, and let it cool. Once cooled, skim off any fat.
- 10
Add Gelatin and Set
Dissolve gelatin in a small amount of warm water, add to the broth, and pour into molds. Refrigerate until set.
- 11
Serve
Cut into slices and serve cold.
