City Chicken (aka, Fake Chicken) is a traditional Polish-American dish that is beloved by many. The most curious thing about this dish is that it doesn’t actually contain any chicken. Rather, your featured protein here is actually pork and/or veal. So, why is it be called a “City Chicken” in the first place? Read on…
Polish recipes
Polish Mushroom Soup with Yukon Gold Idaho® Potatoes
This Polish Mushroom Soup is made with Yukon Gold Idaho® Potatoes and three types of mushrooms: White Button, Baby Bella and dry Porcini. It can be served chunky with a splash of cream; partially blended, for a creamy consistency with some pieces of vegetables; or blended to cream of mushroom type of soup. It’s a…
Kielbasa and Cabbage – Polish Summer Hunter’s Stew
Kielbasa and Cabbage come together to form a perfect Polish summer hunter’s stew. It’s made from young cabbage, that is at its peak at the begging of the summer, with the addition of smoky Polish sausage and fragrant dill. It makes for a delicious European treat. It is different from traditional Bigos also know as…
Rosol – Polish Chicken Soup (Authentic Recipe)
Rosol is a traditional Polish Chicken Soup. It’s usually served on Sundays and for special occasions (like weddings, christenings, etc). It’s also a traditional remedy for anyone who feels under the weather, as it’s believed to have ‘healing power.’ The chicken broth is super clear and it’s poured over the noodles with some chopped carrots,…
Zapiekanka (Open Face Sandwich with Mushroom and Cheese)
Open Face Sandwich with Mushroom and Cheese is a famous Polish street food called Zapiekanka or Zapiekanki in the plural. You can find them on every corner in Poland. What is the Origin of Polish Open Face Sandwich Called Zapiekanka If you’ve ever gone to Poland, I’m sure you’ve heard about Zapiekanki. We Poles love…
Authentic Polish Pierogi with Potatoes and Cheese (Pierogi Ruskie)
These Authentic Polish Pierogi with Potatoes and Cheese (Pierogi Ruskie) are the real deal. Traditional Polish dish at its best! Try this recipe and never buy pierogi again. They are amazing. This post was originally published on December 24, 2014 (On Christmas Eve!) and since then has been updated to provide additional information. You can…
Creamy Mushroom Sauce Recipe with Wild & Fresh Mushrooms
Creamy mushroom sauce made with both wild, dried porcini mushrooms and your choice of fresh mushrooms, all of which in wine and cream base. This makes for an irresistible sauce that can be added to any pasta dish, chicken, steak, or eaten on its own with a slice of fresh bread. This post may contain…
European Style Potato Pancakes Recipe
These European Style Potato Pancakes are a very popular dish throughout Europe. In Poland, they are known as ‘Placki Ziemniaczane,’ in Germany as ‘Kartoffelpuffer,’ in the Czech Republic as ‘Bramboracky,’ and of course, every Jewish deli refers to them as ‘Potato Latkes.’ This Potato Pancake recipe is super easy. The old fashion way of making…
Mushroom Pork Chops Recipe with Garlic & Butter
Are you ready for something super easy and super delicious to make for dinner? Try these Mushroom Pork Chops with Garlic and Butter! They’re extremely quick to make – you can have dinner on a table in just 20 minutes. They’re also full of flavor (with garlic, butter, and a medley of herbs), gluten-free, and…
Potato Cutlets with Asparagus and Eggs
This recipe for Potato Cutlets with Asparagus and Eggs is a keeper. In fact, the ease of preparation, coupled with the deliciousness of the dish, might catapult this one into heavy rotation. Preparation just requires a few steps that and, again, the taste is amazing. Potatoes with asparagus – fried to perfection – and served…
