Author: thewonkystove
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Classic Ukrainian Adjika
classic gently fermented condiment made with tomatoes, peppers and garlic. It is end of tomato season right now, and If you have the option to buy a bunch of ugly but very good end of summer tomatoes or have a bunch of stragglers in your garden, this is the recipe…
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Georgian Inspired Kefir and Herb Chicken Drumsticks
Tenderized and marinated in a combination of Georgian spiced kefir, these drumsticks will be your go to at least once a week. One of the most beloved and popular Georgian dishes you should know and try is chicken tabaka, Georgian chicken cooked under a brick on a traditional Georgian tapa…
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Porcupine Meatballs
Southern Ukrainian style aka my mom’s recipe Porcupine meatballs aren’t a uniquely Ukrainian dish, but like most good things it’s a food that is shared across cultures and borders. This is the way mother made them for me and how I now make them for my children. I’m naming them…
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Guava Strawberry Kefir Sherbet
It’s the ideal just sweet enough dessert that is incredible quick to whip up and is git friendly with the addition of creamy guava flavored kefir. Make it a little bit more special by adding a swirl of guava paste and mozzarella pearls. Guava and cheese is one of the…
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Tomato Garlic Airfryer Shrimp
turn them into a shrimo roll, toss with pasta or just dunk good bread into the sauce. If I can avoid turning on my oven to cook, I do! The air fryer has to be one of the best pieces of kitchen equipment I’ve invested in and suggest you do…
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Ukrainian Kompot
A cold fruit drink, made from simmered sweetened seasonal fruits enjoyed across Eastern Europe and the Balkans. I try my best to steer my children away from sugary drinks packed with dyes and unnatural ingredients. They of course enjoy soda and punch when we’re out or at parties, but at…
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Black Cherry Cheesecake Pudding Cups
Black cherry kefir pudding with jammy sour cherries and a crunchy granola layer. I have a vicious sweet tooth. I can forgo most things but sweets are a harder thing to resist. Like most, I’m also sensitive to dairy desserts, and making the swap to probiotic packed kefir is the…
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Custard Cream Ryzhenka Pie
Inspired by Southern buttermilk pie. A Ukrainian twist on an American classic made with Ryzhenka, a baked cultured dairy drink. Serve as is or top with seasonal peaches. What is Ryzhenka? It is probably one of my favorite types of kefir or cultured dairy. My kids love it too! The…
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Easy Glazed Fruit for Pies and Tarts
You like the look and taste of those pretty glazed pies and tarts and want to do the same at home? I have you covered. It involves the microwave, store bought jam, agar agar (or gelatin) and fresh fruit. There are any ways to finish a pie or tart. My…
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Snack Prep Roasted Garlic Spinach and Artichoke Spread
Spinach Artichoke Snack Spread ( with roasted garlic farmer cheese and crispy garlic paprika olive oil). If breakfast is the most important meal of the day, then a good snack is the most important in between meal of the day. If like me, your day starts anytime between 5am and…
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