Kapustyanyy Pyrih (Ukrainian Cabbage Pie)
Kapustyanyy pyrih is a savory Ukrainian pie that resembles a crustless quiche or a light souffle. It features a generous amount of shredded cabbage, herbs, and onions, all bound together by a light, eggy batter. This pie is versatile and can be served as a main dish or a side, and variations can include other vegetables or meats.
🧂 Ingredients
- 4 cups Cabbage(shredded)
- 1 medium Onion(sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 teaspoons Black pepper(freshly ground)
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley(chopped)
- 0.25 cup Fresh dill(chopped)
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 5 large Eggs(lightly beaten)
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Feta cheese(crumbled)
- optional Sesame or poppy seeds(for topping)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, mix shredded cabbage, sliced onion, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
💡 Tip: Squeeze out excess liquid from the cabbage mixture using a clean dish towel. - 2
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter or spray a pie plate or casserole dish.
⏱️ 10 minutes - 3
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, and lightly beaten eggs. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
💡 Tip: Ensure the batter is well combined but do not overmix. - 4
Pour 2/3 of the batter into the prepared baking dish. Spread the squeezed cabbage mixture evenly over the batter. Crumble feta cheese over the cabbage mixture.
💡 Tip: Ensure the cabbage is evenly distributed. - 5
Pour the remaining 1/3 of the batter over the feta cheese. Sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds, if using.
💡 Tip: Cover the filling completely with the remaining batter. - 6
Bake for 1 hour, or until the pie is golden brown and the sides are slightly pulled from the baking dish. Serve hot or at room temperature.
⏱️ 1 hour
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the cabbage mixture to prevent a watery pie.
- ✓This pie can be made ahead and reheated.
- ✓Variations include adding shredded carrots, potatoes, or sautéed chicken, sausage, or ham to the filling.
🔄 Variations
- Add shredded carrots or potatoes to the cabbage filling.
- Include sautéed chicken, sausage, or ham for a heartier pie.
- Top with different herbs like chives or cilantro.