Porcini Braised Cabbage (v 2.0 — better technique & better sauce)


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Porcini Braised Cabbage (v 2.0 — better technique & better sauce) 00:00 Intro 01:13 Cabbage Ingredient Prep 04:19 Searing the …

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  1. Irene R.
    Irene R. says:

    I buy buckwheat at the kosher section of my supermarket. It’s very good quality, though not cheap. Just make sure to buy the whole grain buckwheat, not the crushed one.

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  2. Karajz Balint
    Karajz Balint says:

    The thickening method using sour cream flour and a little bit of the sauce us super common in Hungarian cuisine, we call it rántás ( yanking) because it pulls the sauce together super quickly! It was really fun to see it used thank you for all your videos!

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  3. Hull
    Hull says:

    Given the present environment, I don't have a great deal of interest in purchasing anything Russian. I'm concerned about purchasing anything from Ukraine that might place additional stressors on that nation and supply chain. Do you have an idea of whether there is Ukrainian buckwheat in the US right now so that I could order some and not do anything bad to pour Ukraine? Any thoughts you've got or insights would be appreciated.
    With respect to the video, would using a cloth covering the lid help the moisture loss a la making Persian rice?

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  4. tamcon72
    tamcon72 says:

    The entire recipe looks delectable, but the most amazing segment for me was the preparation of hrechka in an Instant Pot! Holy cow, this has opened up possibilities for me, someone who has never successfully cooked it on the stove! Thanks for posting : )

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  5. Phil Lange
    Phil Lange says:

    'Eastern European' buckwheat is a jewel. Such a toasty flavour, never mushy. For a single person-serving in 20 minutes: (1) a pot that holds 1.5 cups or more, at least a tiny amount (or more!) of butter or oil, tiny pinch salt, add one precise cup of water minus 3 tablespoons,, stir in one half cup Eastern European toasted buckwheat, set timer to 15 minutes, (2) on a medium heat wait until your mix begins to simmer, cover securely and back off the heat so it stays barely simmering and start the timer countdown, (3) at 15 min. this dish is ready to plate and serve. Our store has only one high-quality Russian buckwheat and my recipe is based on that brand. Other types were a disaster, so… buy a small quantity until you find a good brand. If it turns out poorly, the brand is poor, it's that simple. Even plain buckwheat is so delicious. Thank you, Helen, for this braised dish!

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  6. C
    C says:

    I can’t even begin to explain how big of a fan I am of Helen and her channel. These videos are culinary gold! I honestly feel like I should be paying for this kind of thoughtful teaching. Amazing. Helen, you’ve blessed us quite a bit with your knowledge. Thank you!

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  7. NiKiTa pRiVeT
    NiKiTa pRiVeT says:

    this recipe has all the familiar ingredients but is so interesting nevertheless. i am definitely going to try this! buckwheat and mushroom combo is very close to my heart. thank you for the recipe! ❤

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  8. Tosca
    Tosca says:

    Wow, Helen, I had tried your old recipe and it was d***ned good! This looks stupendous and what a wonderful starch to use. There's an awful lot of umami in this – it's breakfast time in Australia and I so want to eat it (well Sydney time zone – heading towards a Saturday brunch)! As a WFPB person (whole food plant based – yes, one of those annoying vegans), I would make the cream sauce with silken tofu. Yum, yum yum! Thank you for your Russian love of cabbage! 🙏🏻☺️

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  9. Maiasatara
    Maiasatara says:

    I have a box of kasha that i cook with varnishkas (bowtie pasta) which I thought was the same as toasted buckwheat. I also sauté kasha in an egg before boiling it – which keeps it separate and fluffy. Since you did not take that step, I'm assuming there's a difference between the two. I've seen both the porcini video (oh my) and previous cabbage video, and this looks amazing. Will definitely try. I'm in Massachusetts and will check for a fun class next time I'm in Boston!

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  10. J Jpp221
    J Jpp221 says:

    The last cabbage dish was SO good (it got me through the winter) that I can’t wait to try this.

    I never thought much of cabbage, but that dish turned me around, and it’s now one of my favourite vegetables. Its sweetness is unlike anything else. Sublime.

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  11. Thomas Macfarlane
    Thomas Macfarlane says:

    Hi, Helen, and thank you for another great recipe. I live in France, where (unbelievably) sour cream doesn't exist. Also, buckwheat is a problem. I can use bulgur wheat for the buckwheat, but do you think crème fraiche or Greek plain yogurt will work better? Thanks again

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  12. etherdog
    etherdog says:

    This is the second buckwheat recipe I have seen today. Is something going on in the aether? I love buckwheat and it is an easy crop to grow that helps soil tilth. I love this idea, Helen, and the tip about adding flour to the sour cream is a smart inclusion.

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  13. Dora Eugenia Gasteazoro
    Dora Eugenia Gasteazoro says:

    If I can’t find Savoy cabbage in my country, what other cabbage can I use? Same thing with the type of wheat… can I use quinoa, or at least a pasta like marmahon (maftoul) or couscous that I could probably cook and then toast a little?

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  14. Quiteclearleigh
    Quiteclearleigh says:

    I love this channel! I tried Sohla's original recipe that inspired this one, and I was so excigted about it but I was a little disappointed by how it came out… I think these adjustments would solve all my problems. I love all the explanations of how things work and why in your videos.

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