Aleksey Menyailov · Odesa, Ukraine

Privoz Porter's Sandwich (Odesa Market Classic)

Time25 min
LevelMedium
Starters and snacks
Privoz Porter's Sandwich (Odesa Market Classic)

The “Privoz” porter sandwich draws inspiration from the unique flavors of the Privoz market, which is a popular spot for fresh, local ingredients, particularly in Ukrainian cuisine. This hearty sandwich features tender cuts of meat, a rich, malty beer (such as Privoz porter), and robust toppings that create a satisfying, savory experience. The beer infuses the meat with a subtle depth and complexity, making this sandwich perfect for those who enjoy bold flavors.

Ingredients

Method

  1. Carefully cut kilka’s head, tail and belly. Then remove intestines and backbone.
  2. Then prepare cottage cheese mousse: whip cottage cheese with mayonnaise and salt in a blender (until evenly blended), add dried basil and stir.
  3. Spread cottage cheese mousse over Borodinsky bread, put kilka atop and sprinkle chopped spring onion.
  4. Serve with tomatoes cut into dices with olive oil and sliced onion.

The dish in the photograph was cooked by the restaurant for this story. Photo: Oleksandr Slyadnyev.

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