Ukrainian Cuisine
Deruny with Mushroom Cream
Deruny with Mushroom Cream is a modern rendition of the legendary Ukrainian dish, where a traditional homemade base is paired with an elegant culinary touch. Crispy, golden potato pancakes with a juicy, tender core blend perfectly with a silky, rich sauce made from sautéed mushrooms. The taste is built on a stunning contrast of textures: the pronounced browned crust of the deruny meets the velvety creaminess of the sauce and a subtle aroma of fresh herbs. This simple yet sophisticated dish is an excellent way to diversify your menu, bringing homemade comfort and a new twist to a beloved classic.
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Recipe overview
- Total time
- 40 min
- Prep
- 20 min
- Cooking
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Cuisine
- Ukrainian Cuisine
Nutrition
per serving
- Calories
- 1420 kcal
- Protein
- 28 g
- Fat
- 82 g
- Carbs
- 148 g
- Fiber
- 16 g
Step by step
Method
- 01
Peel the potatoes and half of the onion, then grate them on a…
Peel the potatoes and half of the onion, then grate them on a fine grater into a deep bowl. The onion not only adds juiciness but also prevents the potato mixture from darkening, maintaining its beautiful light shade.
- 02
Squeeze the excess juice from the potato mixture, add the egg…
Squeeze the excess juice from the potato mixture, add the egg, flour, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper, then mix thoroughly. The right batter should be thick and uniform so that the pancakes hold their shape well in the pan.
- 03
Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet and spoon the potato mixt…
Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet and spoon the potato mixture in, forming neat pancakes. Fry them over medium heat until a confident golden crust appears, then flip and cook through until the center becomes soft and tender.
- 04
For the mushroom cream, finely chop the mushrooms and the rem…
For the mushroom cream, finely chop the mushrooms and the remaining onion, sauté them in butter until golden brown, then pour in the heavy cream. Warm the sauce over low heat until slightly thickened, season with salt, and blend until it becomes a smooth, silky cream.
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Useful advice
Cooking tip
To make the deruny as crispy as possible, be sure to squeeze out excess juice through cheesecloth or a fine sieve after grating the potatoes, but do not over-dry the mixture.
How to serve
Serve the deruny hot while they retain their signature crunch. Arrange them on a plate, generously drizzle with warm mushroom cream, and garnish with fresh parsley leaves or finely chopped green onions.
How to store
Deruny are best enjoyed immediately after cooking. If there are leftovers, store them separately from the sauce in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat in a dry skillet to restore the crispy crust.
Note
Deruny are one of the most beloved Ukrainian hits. The recipe is perfectly balanced: it remains close to tradition, but looks neat, fresh, and is suitable for home cooking without unnecessary complexity.
