POPULAR CUISINE

Pelmeni: Dumplings filled with meat, typically from reindeer or elk, served with sour cream. 

Borscht: A beet soup that often includes meat and is served with a dollop of sour cream. 

Vareniki: Dumplings stuffed with berries or potatoes. 

Baked Fish: Freshly caught fish baked with herbs and spices 

Seafood Platter: An assortment of fresh seafood served cold or lightly cooked. 

Borscht: As in Siberia, borscht remains popular but may incorporate local seafood. 

Cabbage Rolls: Stuffed cabbage leaves with rice and meat, often served with a tomato sauce. 

Pirozhki: Small pastries filled with meat, fish, or vegetables. 

Reindeer Stew: Slow-cooked stew made with reindeer meat, often flavored with wild herbs. 

 Smoked Fish: Fish preserved through smoking, commonly served as a snack or appetizer. 

Berries with Cream: Foraged berries served with sour cream or milk. 

Frozen Delicacies: Dishes made with frozen fish or meat, reflecting traditional preservation techniques. 

Sunda: A frozen dessert made from fermented mare's milk, showcasing Yakutian dairy culture. 

Khomus: A traditional dish made from boiled meat and fish, often served with local herbs. 

Baked Berries: Berries mixed with sugar and baked, served as a sweet treat. 

Kyshta: A hearty stew made with reindeer meat, potatoes, and herbs.