Kidneys Russian-style
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. Fried potatoes are an integral part of this dish. Potatoes are either fried beforehand and added during stewing together with kidneys and vegetables, or served as a side dish to the main course. I prefer the second option. In more detail, the ready dish can be served at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the necessary ingredients. Kidneys require additional preparation to become tender and odor-free. Wash the kidneys, and if they are beef kidneys, trim off the fat and membranes. Soak the kidneys in water for 2 hours. Then drain the water and repeat the process. After that time, rinse the kidneys with vinegar water, and place them in fresh water to boil until the water comes to a boil. Once the water boils, drain it. Pour fresh water again and bring to a boil. This time you can either cook them now, or drain once more and cook in a third portion of water for 30–40 minutes.
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Step 2
Peel the potatoes and cut them into strips.
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Step 3
Fry the potatoes in vegetable oil, and season with salt to taste at the end of cooking.
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Step 4
Chop the onion and carrot. Sauté in a pan after the potatoes.
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Step 5
Cut the ready boiled kidneys and add them to the pan with the vegetables. Fry for 2-3 minutes.
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Step 6
Add the sliced cucumbers and garlic last. Pour in the sour cream and simmer, covered, for 7–10 minutes. Season with salt to taste. If you wish to add fried potatoes at this stage, do so now.
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Step 7
Kidneys Russian-style are ready!