VOLUME 1 - Kilimanjaro Foods

Solyanka (Beef, Herbs, & Pickles In Tomato Sauce)
Servings
T corn (or olive oil)
1/4 lb boneless beef chuck,cut
-into 1-in,cubes
lb (abt 3) onions,chopped
fine 1/4 c tomato paste
(1 cup) pickled cucumbers
-cut into,1/4-in dice
cloves garlic,chopped fine
bay leaves
1/2 t salt,or to taste
1/4 t pepper
1 1/2 c water
2 T fresh flat-leaf italian
-parsley,ch,opped
2 T fresh dill,chopped
2 T fresh coriander,chopped
Fresh flat-leaf parsley, dill, & coriander are old standbys that are
the usual herbal flavors to combine w/beef -- but Kosher dill pickles
give new flavor to this Georgian mix. A new twist to pique modern
tastes
Heat oil in a pan, add beef & onions, & stir-fry over moderate
heat for 3 mins as onions change color.
Add tomato paste, cucumber pickles, garlic, bay leaves, salt,
pepper, & water. Cover & simmer over low heat for 45 mins, or until