Parsnip root

The recipe is taken from the book "Appetizing porridges. 365 best recipes.

The recipe is taken from the book "Appetizing porridges. 365 best recipes.

The recipe is taken from the book "Appetizing porridges. 365 best recipes.

Spicy parsnip puree soup is a refined dish with a velvety texture and rich flavor. Its base is sweet parsnip, which gains Eastern notes when combined with aromatic ginger, garlic, and garam masala. Milk and vegetable broth create tenderness, while red chili pepper adds spiciness. This soup is perfect for cozy autumn and winter evenings, warming and filling with comfort. Inspired by traditional cuisine, it has firmly entered modern gastronomy due to its originality.

Eel and pike soup is a refined dish of Estonian cuisine that combines the tenderness of river fish with aromatic herbs and spices. Traditionally, soup was considered a fisherman's food, but in this rendition, it gains an exquisite flavor through the addition of fennel, anise vodka, and parsnip cream. The broth is deep and rich due to the slow simmering of eel and pike with root vegetables. The parsnip cream adds softness to the dish, while quail eggs and pieces of boiled carrot provide textural contrast. This dish is perfect for cozy family lunches or festive dinners, highlighting the richness of Estonian flavors.

The recipe is taken from Nika Ganich's book "Geography to taste. Estonia.

Recipe from the chef of the True Cost restaurant Artem Khizhnyakov.

They don't add pearl barley and potatoes to this rassolnik, otherwise it would be a Leningrad version. In addition to the obvious pickles, they put a lot of white roots in Moscow rassolnik - from parsnips to celery.

Sausages in pastry with red onion gravy is a dish of British cuisine that combines comfort and rich flavors. The roots of this recipe trace back to the traditional 'Toad in the Hole,' where the batter is baked around a meat filling. In this version, the delicate pastry is infused with rosemary aroma, while parsnip adds a light sweetness. The main highlight is the red onion gravy with thyme and balsamic vinegar, giving the dish a deep caramel hue. It perfectly balances the juiciness of the sausages and the lightness of the baked pastry. This dish is great for a family dinner or a cozy evening when you crave something simple yet impressive. Served hot with aromatic gravy and fresh herbs, it creates an unforgettable gastronomic delight.

The recipe is taken from the book "FOODBALL. Traditions. Recipes. Street Food. A Culinary Journey Through 11 Football Capitals of Russia. Look and Taste!" Oleg Kuchkov, founder, restaurant "Kuchkov's Pies": "Steamed silver carp is a river fish of the carp family. Cooked with roots, it turns out unusually tender, tasty and aromatic. Any fish has a specific smell. To soften this smell, when cooking fish in Russian cuisine, they have long used a large amount of roots, onions and spices, very often cucumber brine was added to the cooked fish (1/2 cup of brine per 1 liter of water).

Warm salad with roasted vegetables, greens, and pine nuts is a true symphony of flavors where the sweetness of roasted root vegetables harmonizes with the nutty note of pine nuts, while the freshness of greens adds lightness. This salad reflects European gastronomic aesthetics that combine simplicity, health benefits, and sophistication. Its roots can be found in Mediterranean cuisine where olive oil, greens, and roasted vegetables are widely used. A special piquancy is added through a dressing with saffron and raisins that gives the dish a subtle sweet note. Ideal for warm family dinners or festive lunches, it pairs wonderfully with white wine and light meat dishes. It should be served warm to preserve the depth of flavor of each ingredient.

Vegetable curry with shrimp is a culinary masterpiece that combines the spice of Eastern cuisine with the tenderness of seafood. Although its roots can be found in Asia, this version is adapted to European taste preferences. The dish has a rich, warm aroma thanks to ginger, garlic, turmeric, and anise, while the freshness of mint and parsley adds lightness. The texture is contrasting: juicy shrimp, soft sweet potato, and eggplant create a rich flavor ensemble. It's an ideal option for dinner with friends, surprising with its balance of spiciness and freshness. It pairs well with rice or fresh bread, and the addition of lemon zest enhances the flavor perception. A great choice for those wanting to try something new without straying from familiar ingredients.

Rabbit and liver rillettes is a refined European delicacy that combines the tenderness of rabbit meat with the richness of liver. Its roots trace back to traditional French cuisine, where rillettes are valued for their silky texture and rich flavor. Marinated rabbit legs soak up the aromas of herbs and lemon, then are slowly braised with vegetables and spices, allowing the meat to become tender and fragrant. The liver, turned into a delicate puree, adds richness to the rillettes, while butter completes the composition with a velvety touch. This rillettes pairs perfectly with fresh bread and spicy sauces, creating a sophisticated gastronomic pleasure. It can be served as an appetizer for an elegant dinner or as a standalone treat that reveals the depth of flavor and traditions of European cuisine.

This Italian salad with roasted parsnip and chicory is a harmony of flavors and textures. Parsnip caramelized in agave syrup gains a sweet note, while the spiciness of dried chili pepper adds character. Crunchy chicory and white turnip provide freshness, while blue cheese adds creamy richness. The dressing made from lemon juice and oil makes the dish expressive, and pistachios add a subtle nutty crunch. This salad pays homage to the Italian tradition of using simple yet expressive ingredients that create a harmony of taste. It is perfect as a light standalone dish or an exquisite side, revealing the full palette of Mediterranean cuisine.

Kadury bash is an Ossetian bean soup with lamb. The cooking process takes time: the beans must first be soaked, the first lamb broth must be drained, and the second must be boiled down over low heat until it is twice as thick. Kadury bash is served with chure kom , a traditional bread of the North Caucasus.