Ukrainian cuisine

Varenyky and borscht

Ukrainian cuisine is the traditional cooking of Ukraine, centered on grains, vegetables, and preserved foods suited to harsh winters.

Staples include borscht (beet soup), varenyky (filled dumplings), salo (cured pork fat), and hearty breads.

The cuisine shares features with Russian and Polish cooking but maintains distinct regional variations: We had authentic Ukrainian cuisine at the new restaurant downtown.

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