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Homemade banosh
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When it's corn harvest season, it's time to remember a delicious and unique dish — banosh. This culinary masterpiece of Western Ukrainian cuisine is not just a dish, but a true embodiment of family warmth and comfort. Banosh, which is made with sour cream and corn grits, is an indispensable option for family gatherings or friends in a cosy café in the countryside.
Thanks to its rich taste, passed down from generation to generation, banosh has become a part of both festive feasts and everyday menus. Despite its simplicity in ingredients, it can surprise even the most discerning gourmet. So, there's no need to wait, it's time to cook!
Variations
If you like to experiment in the kitchen, try adding mushrooms or sour cream sauce to the traditional recipe. Rye or corn pancakes can be a great addition.
Secrets of tenderness and taste
To make banosh tender and fluffy, it is recommended to use fat sour cream and fresh corn grits. The secret lies in the correct proportions of ingredients and careful cooking over moderate heat.
Tips on ingredients
When choosing ingredients for banosh, give preference to homemade sour cream and grits from regional shops. This will add authenticity to the dish and make it more delicious.
Small culinary nuances
It is better to cook banosh in cast iron cookware — it distributes heat evenly, ensuring the perfect consistency.
Ingredients
Khutorok Corn Groats 800g
200 g
Sour Cream 21% 840g
500 ml
Devaytis Non-carbonated Mineral Water 5l
500 ml
Selianske Extra Sweet Cream Butter 82% 180g
50 g
Moryachka Natural Food Sea Salt 500g
to taste
Preparation steps
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Preparing the groats — Rinse the groats under cold water. ⏱ 5 min. Guide: the water should be clear.
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Mixing — Mix the water and sour cream in a saucepan and bring to the boil. Add salt. ⏱ 10 min. Guide: the first bubbles.
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Adding the groats — Gradually add the groats to the boiling mixture, stirring constantly. ⏱ 5 min. Guide: the groats begin to thicken.
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Readiness — Add butter and continue cooking over low heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens. ⏱ 40 min. Guide: the mixture pulls away from the sides of the saucepan.
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Tip⏱ Before serving, add fried bacon or mushrooms to the dish for extra flavour.
Where to order ingredients
Select the required ingredients in one of the stores
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