Okroshka with pickles and kvass
Origin of the recipe
Okroshka with pickles and kvass is a dish you can make not only in summer but also in other seasons, whenever you're craving something cold. In addition to pickles, you can add your favorite fresh or frozen cucumbers. This okroshka is perfect for those who prefer a richer flavor, even in summer. Kvass is a traditional Russian drink made from fermented rye bread. It has a refreshing taste and a slight tartness, making it the perfect base for okroshka. Kvass not only imparts a distinctive flavor to the dish but also serves as a source of probiotics.
What do you need for cooking?
Ingredients
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Potato
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Egg
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Radish
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Onion
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Sausage
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Fresh cucumbers
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Pickled gherkins
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Kvass
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Sour cream
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Mustard
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Salt
Kitchen utensils
- Knife
- Board
- Spoon
- Grater
- deep bowl
Step-by-step recipe
Step 1:
Cut the cooked sausage and boiled potatoes into cubes and place in a deep container.
Step 2:
Finely chop the onion, chop the dill and add to the container.
Step 3:
Finely dice fresh cucumbers and radishes, add to the other ingredients, and mix.
Step 4:
Grate the pickled cucumbers into a container using a fine grater.
Step 5:
Cut the boiled eggs into small cubes and add to the bowl. Stir.
Step 6:
In a bowl or deep plate, mix a heaping tablespoon of sour cream, a little more than a teaspoon of mustard, salt, pour in the kvass and stir.
Step 7:
Add as much grounds as you like to the dressing.
Cooking tips
It is better to use homemade kvass or your favorite store-bought one.
Chill the okroshka well before serving.
