Name: Pickled smelt
Prep time: 1440 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 1450 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Ukrainian
Ingredients: Fresh frozen capelin - 500 g; Sea salt - 25 g; White wine vinegar - 50 ml; Sugar - 12 g; mustard seeds - 1 tsp.; Allspice - 8 pcs.; Black pepper powder - 1 tsp.; Bay leaf - 2 pcs.; Carnation - 2 pcs.; Lemon - ½ pcs.; Red onion - 70 g; Water - 250 ml

Marinated capelin is an appetizing side dish to freshly boiled potatoes. Just the thought of it can make your mouth water. However, buying delicious marinated fish is quite a task. Sometimes there are preservatives in the mix, or it's too salty or too sweet, or the vinegar is overwhelming. To forever forget about such a dilemma, it’s worth learning to marinate fish at home, especially since it’s a quick and easy process. We offer a recipe for marinated capelin - a tasty, fatty fish rich in nutrients. Small capelin, like sprats, does not need to be cleaned before marinating. Whole fish with heads not only look beautiful but also marinate evenly, absorbing just the right amount of salt and spices.

Thaw the capelin in advance and rinse with running water. Place the fish in a colander and let the water drain. If necessary, dry the capelin with paper towels.

Prepare the marinade. To do this, mix salt, sugar and spices in a small saucepan, add hot water, bring to a boil and simmer for 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat, pour in vinegar and cover the saucepan with a lid. Let the marinade cool to room temperature.

Peel the onion, cut it into quarter rings or strips (lengthwise, not across) - as you like. Without peeling the lemon, cut it with the zest into thin quarters of circles.

Place the capelin in a glass jar, evenly sprinkling the layers of fish with onions and lemon slices. Pour the cooled marinade over the fish along with the spices and close the jar with a lid.

Leave the jar of pickled capelin for two hours at room temperature, then put it in the refrigerator overnight or for a day. This fish can be stored in the refrigerator for a couple of weeks.

Pickled smelt

Ukrainian

The festive "Mushroom Glade" salad is a true discovery for those who love appetizing and hearty dishes with mushrooms and meat. The combination of pickled champignons, juicy ham, boiled potatoes, eggs, and hard cheese creates a rich flavor bouquet, while aromatic herbs and spices make it even more appealing for the holiday table. The elegant presentation and wonderful taste of this salad will undoubtedly attract the attention of your guests, and its simple preparation will delight even novice cooks. If desired, ham can be replaced with other meats (for example, baked pork, boiled beef, or baked chicken fillet) to create your own version of this wonderful dish.

Mushroom Glade Salad with Mushrooms and Ham

Korean

We're preparing a vibrant, aromatic appetizer with a rich flavor and a subtle spicy kick. Korean-style oyster mushrooms with vegetables can be served alongside roasted chicken, shashlik, or as an accompaniment to potatoes, rice, or other side dishes. They taste even better the next day, once the flavors have melded further. The tender mushrooms absorb the spicy marinade, carrots add a sweet crunch, onions provide juiciness, and garlic contributes its characteristic pungent note. The dish is simultaneously fresh, spicy, and very appetizing, with a pleasant balance of sour, salty, and hot. Optionally, you can add bell pepper, sesame seeds, and a touch of soy sauce for a deeper flavor.

Korean-style oyster mushrooms with vegetables

Noodles with chicken and vegetables in a pan is a dish that combines ease of preparation with a rich, homemade taste. Tender pieces of chicken, juicy vegetables, and aromatic spices create a harmonious composition, complemented by appetizing vermicelli. Thanks to light frying, the ingredients retain their freshness and natural sweetness, and the entire dish acquires an appetizing aroma and deep flavor.

The peculiarity of this recipe is that the main course and side dish are cooked simultaneously in one pan, which significantly saves time and effort. The vermicelli soaks up the juices and aroma of the chicken and vegetables, so it doesn't require separate boiling or additional sauces. This is an excellent option for a delicious and balanced dinner when you want to cook something quick, simple, and truly homemade.

In addition to onions and carrots, you can add chopped bell pepper, green beans, or frozen green peas to the chicken.

Noodles with chicken and vegetables in a pan

Pickled tomatoes with vinegar are among the most beloved homemade preserves, always finding their place on the winter shelf. These tomatoes combine the pleasant tartness of vinegar, a subtle saltiness, and the characteristic aroma of spices, creating a bright, balanced, and very "wintery" flavor. Thanks to a well-chosen marinade, such tomatoes keep perfectly even until the next season, without losing their shape, color, or richness. This preserve is versatile: pickled tomatoes make an ideal accompaniment to potatoes, meat dishes, homemade sausages, or pilaf. They are served at festive tables alongside other pickles, added to vegetable platters, or simply enjoyed as a tangy condiment for hot dishes. This is precisely the recipe that brings back the scent of summer in the middle of winter – simple, reliable, and always successful.

Pickled Tomatoes with Vinegar for Winter

Cauliflower fritters with hard cheese are a delicate, airy, yet rich dish that will pleasantly surprise even those who are usually indifferent to cabbage. Thanks to the finely chopped cauliflower, the fritters have a soft and almost creamy texture inside, while a golden crust makes them especially appetizing. Hard cheese adds a distinct flavor and a slight saltiness, creating a harmonious combination with the vegetables. Cauliflower fritters pair wonderfully with chicken, turkey, roasted vegetables, fish, and can also serve as a light dinner on their own. This is a versatile dish that looks equally good on an everyday table or as an unusual appetizer.

Cauliflower fritters with hard cheese

Pickled cucumbers are a true classic of homemade canning, evoking the scent of summer, garden freshness, and the warmth of family meals. This recipe will yield crispy, piquant cucumbers with a well-balanced marinade. The pickled cucumbers acquire a light tartness and a distinct salty undertone, while retaining their crunchy texture. Young garlic, aromatic dill, and fragrant pepper add a bouquet of aromas and a piquant character to the vegetables. These canned cucumbers can be stored for a long time in a cool, dark place, such as a pantry, cellar, or basement. Pickled cucumbers are a versatile ingredient that can be used as a standalone snack or added to canapés, salads, and soups. The specified amount of ingredients makes 6 one-liter jars of preserves.

Pickled Cucumbers for Winter with Vinegar

Восточная


Zucchini fried with soy sauce and garlic is a simple yet surprisingly vibrant dish, where the tender texture of the vegetables meets the rich spiciness of Eastern flavors. When pan-fried, the zucchini becomes soft inside and lightly browned on the outside, while the soy sauce imparts a noble salty-umami note. Garlic releases its aroma, adding piquancy and a subtle kick that perfectly highlights the taste of young zucchini.

The combination of these three ingredients makes the dish both light and expressive. Zucchini can be served hot or cold; it is equally delicious in either form. This dish cooks quickly, and the result delights with a harmony of tastes and aromas, creating a sense of home comfort with a subtle culinary accent of the East.

Zucchini with Soy Sauce and Garlic

Zucchini caviar with mayonnaise is a delicious, delicate, and aromatic preserve that will be a real find for the winter table. Unlike the classic version, the addition of mayonnaise makes the caviar especially thick and velvety, giving it a pleasant richness and a slightly sour note, which makes the taste more harmonious and "homemade."

This caviar stores perfectly all winter; mayonnaise acts not only as a flavor accent but also as an additional preservative, helping to maintain the freshness and richness of the dish. Its taste is mild, creamy, with a slight piquancy and a rich vegetable aroma. This is an ideal option to enjoy the taste of summer in winter. You just need to open a jar and serve the caviar with meat, potatoes, or with a slice of fresh, crispy bread.

Zucchini caviar for winter with mayonnaise

International

Discover one of the easiest ways to make crispy corn sticks right at home! You'll only need a few ingredients: flour, milk, butter, and eggs. Mix them, form appetizing sticks, and microwave them. To make your sticks look authentic, use a pastry bag to pipe the dough onto parchment paper. If you don't have one, a regular plastic bag will work perfectly too!

Homemade Corn Sticks

Japanese


Discover the secret to incredibly tender and airy Japanese milk bread, the perfect accompaniment to your morning coffee. The main highlight of this recipe is the flour roux, similar to a delicate pudding, which gives the baked goods amazing fluffiness and softness. This bread, despite its sophistication, is quite simple to prepare and will give you an unforgettable taste experience.

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