Ukraine

Ukraine (#51) Chicken Kiev

I have wanted to make this for quite awhile, and I’m glad I finally did.  Chicken Kiev is a traditional Russian dish from the early 20^th century, and became popular on American menus in the 1960’s.  The ingredients are simple, but putting it all together took a little finesse.  I combined butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, and lemon juice, then shaped it in a log and put it in the freezer to harden.  The chicken cutlets were pounded to about 1/8 inch thick, and a pat of the butter placed in the center.  The chicken is then wrapped up in a bundle, dredged in flour, egg and panko bread crumbs, then fried in canola oil.  I served this with lots of fresh squeezed lemon and mashed potatoes.  So delicious!

One more country to go!  Scottish shortbread coming soon.