Muscovite Solyanka Recipe

Name: Muscovite Solyanka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1 lb mackerel or 1 lb lobster, skinned & boned; 2 onions; 3 3/4 cups fish stock or 3 3/4 cups vegetable stock; 5 cups water; 4 cups white cabbage, shredded; 4 tablespoons butter, divided; 2 dill pickles, sliced; 12 green olives; 1 tablespoon capers, drained; 1 1/2 cups fresh white breadcrumbs; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Cut fish into large pieces.
2
Bring the stock to a gentle simmer in a large pan; add fish and cook for 4 minutes.
3
Remove with a slotted spoon.
4
Reserve 2/3 cups stock and set aside, leaving the remaining stock in pan.
5
Pour water into pan of stock.
6
Bring to a boil; add cabbage. Simmer for 2 minutes then strain well.
7
Melt half the butter in a pan.
8
Fry onions for 5 minutes.
9
Stir in the strained cabbage and reserved stock into butter, bring to a boil.
10
Cover with a tight fitting lid and cook on low heat for 1 hour, until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
11
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
12
Spoon half the cabbage into a baking dish.
13
Top with the fish and the pickles.
14
Spoon over remaining cabbage and if there is any remaining buttery stock.
15
Scatter the olives, capers and the breadcrumbs over the top.
16
Melt the remaining butter and drizzle over the top.
17
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until lightly browned.
18
Serve with boiled potatoes.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1 lb mackerel or 1 lb lobster, skinned & boned, 2 onions, 3 3/4 cups fish stock or 3 3/4 cups vegetable stock, 5 cups water, and more.

Yes, Muscovite Solyanka falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Muscovite Solyanka

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