Potatoes with bacon
4 servings
30 minutes
Potatoes with lard is a traditional Russian dish that combines the heartiness of rustic cuisine with the rich flavor of smoked fat. Its roots go deep into Russian gastronomy, where simple ingredients transform into soulful and warming meals. The lard, fried to a golden crispy crust, gives the potatoes a rich, slightly smoky taste, while added spices—cumin and bay leaf—bring a subtle spiciness. Tender potatoes soaked in aromatic broth become soft and flavorful. This dish pairs especially well with pickles and fresh vegetables and can also serve as an excellent side for meat dishes. Its simplicity in preparation makes it a favorite choice for family dinners on cold evenings.
1
Fry small pieces of bacon in a pot, add 1/2 spoon of flour, let it brown; stirring, add pepper, a little salt, a bunch of parsley, cumin, and bay leaf.
- Pork fat: 100 g
- Wheat flour: 0.5 tablespoon
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Salt: to taste
- Parsley: 1 bunch
- Caraway: to taste
2
Pour in broth or water, bring to a boil for 5 minutes, then add well-peeled, diced raw potatoes to the pot.
- Meat broth: 250 ml
- Potato: 500 g
3
When the potatoes are cooked, remove the fat and serve at the table.