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Pisna Ogirchanka

Cultural Context

Originating from Ukraine, Pisna Ogirchanka is a refreshing cucumber salad traditionally served during the hot summer months. It embodies the essence of Ukrainian cuisine, which often celebrates fresh, local produce and dairy. This dish is a staple at family gatherings and festive occasions, showcasing the simplicity and vibrancy of seasonal ingredients. Today, variations exist across Eastern Europe, with many adding different herbs or dressings to suit personal tastes.

UkrainianUAside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups fermented cucumbers
1 medium onion
1 medium carrot
2 medium potatoes
1 cup celery root
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon allspice
2 tablespoons sunflower oil
1 cup dry dill
2 cups rye flour
2 cups wheat flour
3 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons unrefined sunflower oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

fresh dill

🥗Healthier: dried dill

💰Cheaper: parsley

Dried dill is more accessible year-round.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Lemon juice offers a fresh flavor with fewer costs.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

Paprika adds color and mild flavor.

1

Prepare beans by soaking them in water overnight or for 5 hours.

2

Chop onion and carrot.

3

Peel and chop potatoes and celery root.

4

Heat sunflower oil in a pot and fry the chopped onions until golden.

5

Add the chopped carrots and fry for a few more minutes.

6

Add the soaked beans to the pot and cook for up to 2 hours.

7

Add chopped potatoes and celery root to the pot.

8

Season with black pepper and allspice.

9

Add fermented cucumbers and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes.

10

Prepare dough for bread using rye flour and wheat flour.

11

Mix in unrefined sunflower oil and water to form a dough.

12

Shape the dough into small pieces for the bread.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchopping

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Ukrainian Cucumber SaladCucumber Salad with Sour Cream

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