Why not introduce your children to Ukrainian cuisine with the delicious dish Syrnyky? It’s sure to make their mouths water and is perfect for kids.
Syrnyky Recipe
Syrnyky means “fried cheese.” We think your kids will agree that no two words are more perfectly paired. Here is how to prepare it.
Serves 4 to 6
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese (try to find a dry variety)
2 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons semolina flour
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
Vegetable oil for frying
Directions
Squeeze out any excess water from the cottage cheese through a cheese cloth. Mix together with eggs and sugar. Stir in semolina and all-purpose flour, working until a soft dough forms. Dust hands with extra all-purpose flour and form dough into 8 rounds.
Heat about 2 inches of oil in a deep skillet and fry the Syrnyky until golden, about 3 minutes per side. Serve with honey, syrup or your favorite fruit preserve.
Kitchen Gadgets: Bake ware
Baking is a huge part of Ukrainian cuisine. So, before you start tinkering with recipes, be sure your cabinets are stocked with these baking essentials.
Silpat ($19.99, Kitchen Kapers)
This reusable silicone baking liner will make sure no cookie is ever left behind.
https://www.kitchenkapers.com/silnonbaklin.html
Bundt Pan ($14.95, Chef Central)
Go a little retro with this nonstick Bundt pan.
https://www.chefcentral.com/Cuisinart-Non-Stick-9-frac12-Bundt-Cake-Pan-P504C24.aspx
Pie Weights ($9.95, Sur la table)
Your tart dough will always be perfect when using these ceramic weights.
https://www.surlatable.com/product/PRO-150623/Ceramic-Pie-Weights
Stainless Steel Flour Sifter ($19.95, Williams-Sonoma)
Make sure your cakes and breads come out extra fluffy with this traditional sifter.
Tartlet Pan
Good things do come in small packages – especially when they’re in the form of a tartlet.
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