Ukrainian Cuisine

A faster, fresher take on sauerkraut, this salad uses pre-made sauerkraut and is mixed with fresh vegetables and a simple dressing for a quick side dish.

Sauerkraut (store-bought or homemade) · Carrot · Onion · Fresh Dill

A classic, deeply fermented sauerkraut made with whole cabbages, salt, and time. This traditional method yields a tangy, crisp, and probiotic-rich staple.

Green Cabbage · Salt · Caraway Seeds (optional)

A hearty and flavorful variation of Lapsha soup, incorporating smoked meats like kielbasa or smoked chicken for a deeper, richer taste, along with additional root vegetables for texture and earthiness.

Chicken or vegetable broth · Smoked kielbasa or smoked chicken · Carrots · Parsnip

A simplified version of the classic Lapsha soup, using pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken and good quality store-bought egg noodles for a faster preparation time without sacrificing too much flavor.

Chicken broth (store-bought) · Pre-cooked chicken (rotisserie or boiled) · Carrots · Egg noodles (store-bought)

A comforting and classic Ukrainian noodle soup, often made with chicken or vegetable broth, featuring homemade or good quality egg noodles, carrots, and herbs. This version focuses on a rich chicken broth for depth of flavor.

Whole chicken · Water · Carrots · Onion

A faster, simplified version of the classic Ukrainian lentil soup, using pre-cooked lentils or red lentils for quicker cooking time, while retaining essential flavors.

Red lentils · Onion · Carrots · Celery stalk

A hearty and flavorful traditional Ukrainian lentil soup, rich with smoky notes from smoked meat and aromatic vegetables. This is the classic comfort food, perfect for a cold day.

Brown lentils · Smoked pork ribs or bacon · Onion · Carrots

A regional variation using buckwheat flour for a nuttier flavor, filled with a savory mixture of sautéed mushrooms and onions. A hearty and flavorful dish.

Buckwheat flour · All-purpose flour · Milk · Eggs