Tag: Ukrainian cuisine

Ukrainian sausage, often called *kovbasa* or *kielbasa*, is a popular food with a distinctive taste, but its calorie count can vary significantly. Most Ukrainian sausages contain between 220 and 280 calories per 100-gram serving, primarily due to the pork and beef content. This article explores the factors influencing the exact number of calories and provides detailed nutrition information.

According to recent data, Belarusians consume a staggering average of over 150 kilograms of potatoes per person each year, making them the world's leading nation for individual potato consumption. While China consumes the most potatoes in total volume due to its large population, the per capita title belongs to this Eastern European nation.

While the internet has thousands of borscht recipes, a quick look reveals that about half of them instruct you to peel the beets, while the other half don't. This common contradiction leaves many home cooks wondering whether this step is truly necessary for the perfect beet soup.