Ukrainian-style pickled cabbage with beans

4 servings

30 minutes

Sauerkraut with beans in Ukrainian style is a traditional dish of Ukrainian cuisine filled with contrasts of flavors and textures. It combines the sourness of fermented cabbage, the softness of boiled beans, and the crunch of pickles, creating a surprisingly balanced taste. This dish dates back to rural traditions when supplies of beans and cabbage helped survive the winter months. The light sweetness of sugar and richness of sunflower oil make the salad particularly appetizing. It can be served as a standalone dish or as a side to meat and fish dishes. Bright, rich, and easy to prepare, this salad embodies Ukrainian hospitality and culinary mastery.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 72
• Proteins: 5.1g
• Fats: 0.4g
• Carbohydrates: 13.2g

Ingredients

• Sauerkraut: 300 g
• White onion: 0.5 head
• White beans: 0.8 glass
• Pickles: 3 pc
• Sunflower oil: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Sugar: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Soak the beans in water overnight.

   Required ingredients:

   • White beans: 0.8 glass

2. Drain the water, pour fresh water into the pot, and boil the beans until cooked over low heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • White beans: 0.8 glass

3. Squeeze the sauerkraut.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sauerkraut: 300 g

4. Slice the cucumbers into rounds.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pickles: 3 pieces

5. Slice the onion into half rings.

   Required ingredients:

   • White onion: 0.5 head

6. In a salad bowl, mix beans, cucumbers, cabbage, and onion, season with salt and sprinkle with sugar, dress with sunflower oil, mix and serve.

   Required ingredients:

   • White beans: 0.8 glass
   • Pickles: 3 pieces
   • Sauerkraut: 300 g
   • White onion: 0.5 head
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Sugar:  to taste
   • Sunflower oil:  to taste