Cabbage in batter
2 servings
35 minutes
Battered cabbage is a simple yet exquisite dish of Russian cuisine that perfectly combines a crispy golden crust with tender, juicy cabbage inside. This recipe likely originates from the traditions of Russian home cooking, where housewives aimed to create tasty and hearty dishes from available ingredients. A light batter made from eggs, milk, and flour adds airiness, while the addition of garlic and spices gives it a special aroma. Fried in oil, the cabbage acquires an appetizing texture and rich flavor. It can be served as an independent snack or as a side dish to meat and vegetable dishes. Perfect for cozy family dinners when you want something simple yet unusual.
1
Boil the cabbage.
- Cabbage: 150 g
2
For the batter, beat 2 eggs and 0.5 cup of milk or cream, add a pinch of salt and flour until a semi-liquid dough forms, similar to sour cream. You can add grated cheese, crushed garlic, finely chopped herbs, and spices to the batter — to taste and preference.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Milk: 0.3 glass
- Salt: pinch
- Wheat flour: 50 g
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Ground dried garlic: to taste
3
Dip the cabbage leaf in the batter (on both sides) and fry in a heated pan until golden brown. Transfer to a napkin to absorb excess oil.
- Wheat flour: 50 g
- Vegetable oil: 20 ml