Soviet cuisine occupies a special place in the history and culture of our country.
Despite the shortage of food products and limited selection, Soviet cooks and housewives managed to prepare simple but very tasty dishes.
Many of them are still popular today. Let's remember the 5 most beloved Soviet culinary "hits" that continue to delight our taste buds.
Olivier - salad No. 1 in the USSR
The classic Olivier salad is perhaps the most recognizable dish of Soviet cuisine.
Its recipe has been changed and simplified many times, but the key ingredients have always been boiled potatoes, carrots, green peas, ham or sausage, eggs and mayonnaise. This salad is still a frequent guest on our holiday tables.
Borscht - a symbol of Soviet cuisine
Aromatic and nutritious borscht is another culinary symbol of the USSR. Borscht recipes are varied, but the obligatory ingredients are beets, potatoes, carrots, cabbage and onions.
Borscht was considered a festive dish and was often served with pampushkas or garlic croutons. And today it is one of the most popular soups in the former USSR.
Chicken Kiev - the luxury of Soviet cuisine
The famous Kiev cutlets are an example of how a real culinary masterpiece was made from simple products. A chicken cutlet in crispy breading, stuffed with butter, was considered almost a delicacy. And today this dish remains popular both on the festive table and in restaurants.
Plov - a favorite Soviet menu
In the USSR, pilaf was considered a truly royal dish. Despite the shortage of rice, this hearty side dish of rice with meat and vegetables was often served at holidays and celebrations.
Soviet pilaf was different from classic recipes, but no less delicious. And now this dish remains one of the most popular in the country.
Pelmeni - a favorite Soviet delicacy
What Soviet feast could do without pelmeni! These little tricks made of dough with filling were prepared for holidays or just on weekends. Pelmeni recipes varied from meat to "lenten". They were served with sour cream, vinegar or broth.
Pelmeni are rightfully considered one of the most popular dishes of Soviet cuisine, which we still enjoy cooking today.
Conclusion
Soviet cuisine gave us many simple but very tasty culinary masterpieces.
The best of them - such as Olivier, borscht, chicken Kiev, pilaf and pelmeni - are still loved and cooked with pleasure in our homes. These dishes have become truly national, their recipes are passed down from generation to generation.
