Coulibiaca

/ˌkuː.lɪ.biˈɑː.kə/ noun

Definition

A Russian savory pastry filled with fish, mushrooms, and rice, sometimes wrapped in pastry dough or served as a loaf.

Etymology

From Russian 'kulebyaka,' possibly from 'kulebiak,' itself from unclear origins, though sometimes associated with 'Kulybakha,' a Russian place name. The pastry became famous in European haute cuisine.

Kelly Says

Coulibiaca is a dish so fancy it's often spelled three different ways, and it traveled from Russian home cooking to European restaurant menus through the Russian imperial court!

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