**Holuski: A Culinary Journey Through Eastern European Comfort Food**
Holuski, also known as haluski or kapusta, is a traditional dish that embodies the culinary heritage of Eastern Europe. Originating from the Ukrainian and Slovak cuisines, this comforting dish has become a staple in many households across the region. Holuski is a delightful combination of soft, pillowy egg noodles, tender cabbage, and a savory sauce that brings it all together. In this article, we'll explore the classic Holuski recipe along with variations that add unique flavors and textures to this versatile dish. From the traditional Ukrainian Holubchi to the hearty Slovak Halusky, each recipe offers a distinct taste of Eastern European culinary artistry. Let's embark on a culinary journey and discover the secrets behind this beloved comfort food.
HOLY HALUSKI
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the noodles.
- In a large Dutch oven, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium heat and add the pancetta. Cook, stirring, until crisp, 12 to 14 minutes. Remove the pancetta to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Reserve.
- Strain the fat from the pancetta into a bowl and wipe the pot clean. Add back in 2 tablespoons of the pancetta fat and melt the remaining 3 tablespoons butter in the pot. Reserve the remaining pancetta fat for another use or discard.
- Add the onions, cabbage, carrots and thyme. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and half the pepper. Stir to coat the vegetables with the butter. Cover and cook until the cabbage is wilted and almost tender, about 10 minutes. Uncover and simmer until the cabbage is very tender, about 10 more minutes.
- While the cabbage cooks, add the noodles to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions.
- Increase the heat to high and cook, stirring, until the cabbage and onions are golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Add in the garlic and capers and cook for 1 minute. Add the peas, deglaze the pan with the white wine and add the lemon juice. Add in three-quarters of the pancetta, combine well and remove from heat.
- Drain the noodles and add to the pot with the cabbage. Toss well to coat the noodles with the cabbage and onion mixture. Sprinkle with the parsley, remaining pancetta and remaining pepper. Serve immediately.
TRADITIONAL SLOVAK HALUSKI
This has been in my family for generations coming from Czechoslovakia. Traditionally, it is mixed with goat cheese from Czechoslovakia but since it's not available here in the States, we use brick cheese or feta. We eat this as a main meal but can be served as a side. Serve as is or add kielbasa on the side or slice up kielbasa and mix it in with haluski! Serve with warm crusty bread.
Provided by WickedCreations
Categories Main Dish Recipes Dumpling Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels. When bacon is cool, crumble and set aside.
- Place potatoes into a food processor and process until pureed, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and stir in flour, eggs, baking powder, and salt to make a sticky dough. Set dough aside.
- Fill a large pot about half full of lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Ladle large spoonfuls of the sticky dough to a small cutting board and use a knife to chop the dough into tablespoon-size pieces; as you cut off a piece, drop it into the boiling water. Let the dumplings boil over medium heat until they float, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove dumplings with a slotted spoon to a large serving bowl.
- Sprinkle bacon crumbles and a handful of shredded brick cheese over each batch of dumplings; continue to make, boil, and transfer dumplings to the bowl, sprinkling each batch with bacon and brick cheese. When all dumplings are made, gently stir the haluski to mix all ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.9 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 93.7 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 661.1 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
SLOVAK HALUSKI
Often used during Lent, this meatless recipe has been passed down generation to generation in my family. This recipe makes a generous amount, which is great because Haluski tastes even better the second day. My Bubba (grandmother) made potato dumpling noodles to go with her cabbage. Also great served with any fish!
Provided by LilBunny
Categories Main Dish Recipes Dumpling Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook egg noodles in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Drain.
- Melt butter in a skillet over low heat; cook and stir onion until onion is softened and butter is golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes. Add cabbage and toss to coat. Place a lid on the skillet; cook cabbage mixture, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender, about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove lid and continue to cook until cabbage begins to brown, 5 to 10 more minutes.
- Mix noodles and cabbage together in a serving bowl; season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.3 calories, Carbohydrate 50.3 g, Cholesterol 77.5 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 10.2 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 122.1 mg, Sugar 6.6 g
EASY AND QUICK HALUSHKI
Polish dish combining bacon, fried cabbage and egg noodles.
Provided by Laura Burger Pozdol
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Eastern European Polish
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Snip bacon into small pieces with a scissors and cook in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Cook and stir onion with bacon until translucent, about 5 more minutes; set bacon and onion aside, leaving drippings in the skillet.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook egg noodles in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Drain.
- Transfer bacon and onion mixture with drippings into the pot used to cook the noodles and cook and stir cabbage until coated with drippings. Cover pot and cook until cabbage is tender, 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Gently stir in noodles and season to taste with salt and black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 697.6 calories, Carbohydrate 68.7 g, Cholesterol 114.2 mg, Fat 37.6 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 708.7 mg, Sugar 9.3 g
HALUSKI - CABBAGE AND NOODLES
Egg noodles with cooked chopped cabbage and onions - a great ethnic dish!
Provided by PAgirlgoneSouth
Categories Main Dish Recipes Dumpling Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in egg noodles and return to a boil. Cook noodles uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender but still slightly firm, about 5 minutes. Drain well.
- Melt 1/2 cup butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat; cook and stir onions until translucent, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Cook and stir remaining butter and cabbage into onions until cabbage is softened but not browned, 5 to 8 more minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Place cooked noodles and cabbage mixture in a large roasting pan and stir gently to combine. Sprinkle with more salt and black pepper if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown on top, 30 to 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.7 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 152.2 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
Tips:
- Use a large skillet or Dutch oven: This will ensure that you have enough space to cook the cabbage and noodles without overcrowding them.
- Don't overcook the cabbage: You want the cabbage to be tender but still slightly crunchy.
- Use a variety of vegetables: In addition to cabbage, you can also add other vegetables to your haluski, such as carrots, celery, onions, and bell peppers.
- Use a flavorful cheese: A sharp cheddar or Parmesan cheese will add a lot of flavor to your haluski.
- Serve haluski with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings for haluski include sour cream, salsa, and chopped green onions.
Conclusion:
Haluski is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It's a great way to use up leftover cabbage and noodles, and it's also a budget-friendly meal. With so many different ways to make haluski, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love.
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