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Soft cabbage leaves wrapped around a pork-and-rice filling, braised slowly in a tomato and sour cream sauce - Lithuania's beloved Sunday-lunch classic.
Main ingredient: pork
Pairs well with: applesauce, roasted sweet potatoes, coleslaw, cornbread, braised cabbage
HB-0163 · Hand-built original
Balandėliai is a very popular Lithuanian dish that is recognizable for its unique taste. It is very popular among Lithuanians and is an important element of Lithuanian culture. Balandėliai is a combination of minced meat, rice and onion wrapped in cabbage leaves. They are traditionally served at Christmas and for various family occasions. How was Balandėliai created? The word "balandėliai" in Lithuanian means "little pigeons", which perfectly describes their size. Traditionally, balandėliai were prepared with minced meat, rice, onions and spices, wrapped in cabbage leaves. Unfortunately, there
Main ingredient: beef
Pairs well with: mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, red wine sauce, yorkshire pudding, green beans
HB-0164 · Hand-built original
This elegant Chicken Roulade, or Vištienos Vyniotinis, is a beloved Lithuanian Easter dish! Juicy chicken breasts are butterflied, stuffed with creamy cheese and sweet apricots, then roasted to perfection. Serve it warm or chilled—it’s delicious either way and makes a stunning holiday centerpiece.
Main ingredient: chicken
Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread
HB-0517 · Hand-built original
What is Jūšia? Jūšia is an old Lithuanian word documented with the specific meaning of herring soup. It is closely related to the older word jūšė, which Lithuanian linguistic sources record more broadly as fish soup, thin soup or, in some usages, soup containing groats. This distinction matters. A recipe based specifically on herring is better described as jūšia, while jūšė historically had a wider meaning and should not automatically be treated as the name of one fixed herring recipe. An Old Lithuanian Soup Name The words belong to an old layer of Lithuanian culinary vocabulary. Historical di
Main ingredient: fillets
Pairs well with: crusty bread, grilled cheese sandwich, green salad
HB-1236 · Hand-built original
Make authentic Lithuanian cepelinai: potato dumplings filled with pork and served with bacon, onion, and sour cream sauce.
Main ingredient: pork
Pairs well with: applesauce, roasted sweet potatoes, coleslaw, cornbread, braised cabbage
HB-1371 · Hand-built original
Lithuanian Gefilte Fish is a Lithuanian dish built around onions.
Main ingredient: onions
HB-1372 · Hand-built original
Lean Lithuanian chicken from pastoral farms, herb-marinated - protein-packed healthy Lithuanian meal for muscle maintenance.
Main ingredient: chicken
Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread
HB-1373 · Hand-built original
Make authentic Lithuanian kugelis, a baked grated-potato pudding with bacon, onion, eggs, hot milk, sour cream, and dill.
Main ingredient: potato
Pairs well with: sour cream, green beans, coleslaw, grilled steak, roast chicken
HB-1374 · Hand-built original
A light and creamy Lithuanian-style rice salad made with imitation crab sticks, sweetcorn, peas, and crisp vegetables. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or a nostalgic retro dish.
Main ingredient: crab
HB-1375 · Hand-built original
A hearty and aromatic one-pot rice dish inspired by Uzbek plov and beloved in Lithuanian kitchens. Made with tender pork, carrots, onions, and warm spices, this comforting pilaf is perfect for family gatherings, cozy dinners, or meal prep. Simple, budget-friendly, and packed with flavor.
Main ingredient: pork
Pairs well with: applesauce, roasted sweet potatoes, coleslaw, cornbread, braised cabbage
HB-1789 · Hand-built original
Balandėliai, also known as Lithuanian cabbage rolls, are a traditional dish loved by many. This recipe brings together a hearty mix of ground pork, rice...
Main ingredient: pork
Pairs well with: applesauce, roasted sweet potatoes, coleslaw, cornbread, braised cabbage
HB-2397 · Hand-built original
Good žuvienė begins with broth: heads, bones, and fins give flavor, while fillet is added at the end so it does not overcook.
Main ingredient: fillet
HB-2566 · Hand-built original
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