In the kitchen, we are all dwarves standing on the shoulders of giants. And we are constantly learning from other chefs and guests. That’s why a chef should frequently eat dishes prepared by other chefs, study learned treatises with recipes, and observe how others cook, even on television. In fact, that’s one of the most … Read more
Polish traditional fasting cuisine in a modern edition.Ridiculously simple aquafaba mayonnaise.Mayonnaise is probably one of the most basic Easter products in Poland. Contrary to appearances, it is very easy to make at home. And it can be made from a product that is usually considered waste.Aquafaba, which is the water leftover from cooking legumes or … Read more
Sequel to the Bean Epic. This time it’s Kidney beans from a can.I feel a bit like the guy from that old joke:– Doctor, everyone says I’m abnormal because I really love pancakes.– There’s nothing abnormal about that. I love pancakes too.– Well, then come to my place. I have two closets full of pancakes.Well, … Read more
I already mentioned in the recipe for a meatless miso soup that it is a similar culinary tradition to Polish sourdough żurek. The base for Polish sourdough is wheat or other grains, while miso uses soybeans with the addition of grains, usually rice. However, in both cases, we use the same process: one of the … Read more
What connects Poland and Korea? Fermented foods. Fermented cabbage, to be exact. Fermented cabbage that saved the lives of our peasant ancestors. Fasting soups made with fermented vegetables like sauerkraut and sour rye soup were a staple of the Polish peasant diet. Miso and kimchi are Asian fermented foods similar to sauerkraut and sour rye … Read more
Actually, it’s not hummus. But it’s an example of how dishes change and evolve. Hummus is probably something that everyone knows today. I suspect that if studies were done, hummus would definitely be one of those dishes that, as a result of globalization, spread from its culinary refuge to the whole world. And it’s something … Read more
Tomato and bean stew is a very traditional Polish dish, some would say it’s a bar or canteen style combination. Of course, we’re talking about “Breton-style” bean stew, whose origin is not entirely clear. The dish was known in Polish cuisine in the 19th century, which would actually indicate France as the country of origin … Read more
Eintopf is a dish known in many cultures, wherever an open fireplace (or bonfire) was used to hang a single pot. It was also a popular dish among the people, not the elite. In Germany, where it was widespread, “Eintopfy” only made it into cookbooks during World War I. At that time, it also became … Read more
