Borscht and Croquettes
I’m not sure what makes it go so well together, perhaps because both are amazing on their own, so you get something amazing squared? It is hard to put in words, but it woudn’t be served that way for so long if it didn’t work. Give me a benefit of a doubt on this one, or better try it yourself to find out.
Now, let me break it down a bit, so you know what your mouth will be dealing with.
Borscht
Borscht is a smoked meat broth based beetroot soup. It deserves a separate post on it’s own, which will be posted here.
In this serving, it’s been separated from solids, so you can drink it from a cup or glass.
I personally like it sprinkled with ground black pepper, which makes it pleasantly warming.
I’d also like to add that there is a vegan version available
Now let’s move on to…
Croquettes
You can call it the most advanced version on polish pancakes (in terms of preparation at least).
These shallow fried, breaded, large, thin pancakes are filled with fermented cabbage (sauerkraut) and mushrooms.
The filling is spreaded across the whole pancake and then rolled, which gives it an interesting texture of layered gastro-pleasure.
Eggs are used to make the pancakes, so you can call it a vegetarian dish rather than vegan; however, you can make croquettes with meat or other less common fillings as well. Savoury breaded pancakes is the best way to think about it.
Can be eaten hot or cold, which makes it a perfect party food. Usually main, but you can also serve them as a snack.
Plan a party
Surprise your guests with a platter full of croquettes and they’ll be begging you to tell them where you got them from. (You know the answer to that question – BigosBowl.com 😉
Place a large jug of hot drinking borscht on side and everyone will be delighted.
Are you ready for it?
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