So, welcome to the world of authentic Russian food recipes and cuisine - the perfect place for all those foodies out there and all those people who are absolutely in love with Russian culture. In a typical Russian recipe cookbook, you'll probably find a great number of delicious dishes (hors-d'oeuvres, desserts, main courses, beverages, and so on). Right from the ancient times till present day, you'll find tales and even different tastes from the most popular ethnic dishes of the Russian, Armenian, Ukrainian, Georgian, Byelorussian and many other such cuisines splashed all over the Internet.
The Russian cuisine however has always been an all time favorite, and you are cordially invited to join in the fun and learn how to make some of these simple yet absolutely delicious dishes.
Smoked Salmon and Potato Blinis
For extravagantly delicious starters, this recipe is served with vegetable pickle and smoked salmon.
Ingredients
- 12 slices smoked salmon
- 12 tablespoons crme frache
- Lemon wedges to serve
- 225 grams potatoes, chopped
- Salt and ground black pepper
- 45 ml milk
- 75 grams self-raising flour
- 4 eggs, separated
- 45 ml sour cream
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 75 ml white wine vinegar
- 30 grams castor sugar
- 225 grams cucumber, cut into strips
- 75 grams radish, cut into strips
- 1 spring onion, cut into strips
- 5 grams mustard seeds
Start by boiling the potatoes in salted water until they become tender. Drain the potatoes well and then mash them with some milk. Transfer these mashed potatoes to a large mixing bowl and allow them to cool. Next, beat the egg yolks, flour and the soured cream together. Season this with the salt and pepper. Then, whisk the egg whites until it becomes stiff and then use a metal spoon to carefully fold these egg whites into the mashed potato mixture.
Heat the oil in a large frying pan and add about 3 to 4 tablespoons of the potato Blini mixture. Fry this over a medium flame until it sets and then turn the Blinis over to the other side and make sure both sides are lightly browned. Once this is done, remove and keep them warm. Now, repeat this process until all the Blini mixture has been used. In the meantime, start preparing the topping. Heat the sugar and vinegar together in a small pan. Bring the mixture to a boil and let it simmer for about 2 minutes, and then set aside to cool off. Stir the radish, cucumber, mustard seeds and spring onions.
While serving, put two of these potato Blinis on each plate. Top each Blini wish a dash of crme frache and then serve with a slice of smoked salmon. Add a spoonful of the vegetable pickles on top of this salmon and then garnish the dish with a wedge of lemon on the side.
Mushroom Stroganoff w/Mustard and Chive Mash
The original version of this vegetarian stroganoff was created and perfected in honor of the Count Stroganoff. This vegetarian adaptation however makes a very good substitute.
Ingredients for Mash
- 750 grams potatoes, cut
- 20 grams margarine or butter
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 150 ml whole or soya milk
- 1 tablespoon chives, chopped
- 40 grams margarine or butter
- 3 shallots, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- teaspoon paprika
- 500 grams white mushrooms, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Brandy
- 150 ml double cream
- 1 tablespoon dill, chopped
- Pinch of salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley, to garnish
Start by steaming or boiling the potatoes until they turn tender. Drain them and then return to the pan. Mash the potatoes and then add the mustard, chives and butter. Heat the milk and then pour over the potatoes and beat the mixture. While making the Stroganoff, melt the rest of the margarine or butter in a pan. Add the garlic and shallots and then cook for about 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and paprika and cook until it softens. Next, add the brandy and then stir in the dill and cream. Season with salt and pepper and then heat the mixture gently. Now, cover to keep it warm. To serve, place equal portions of the mashed potatoes on each plate. Spoon the Stroganoff over the top and then garnish with parsley.
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