Ushitsa (Fish Boullion) is not real Russian Ukha, but it is much closer to fish stock. The very easy to make dish will give you pleasure during the lunch or dinner.

Benefits of fish is unquestionable, and it is – an important component of proper nutrition.
Fishery full of omega-3 fatty kislotami.Naibolee rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids, fatty fish living in cold waters, especially mackerel, halibut, herring, tuna, trout, salmon, sardines.

Saltwater fish are useful because of trace elements within its composition:

  • Iodine supports normal metabolism and immunity;
  • Iron is indispensable in the process of hematopoiesis;
  • Phosphorus is needed for the reactions of metabolism in the body, for the brain;
  • Potassium provides essential metabolic processes in the tissues, in the structures of the brain and the heart;
  • calcium – bones base, is a part of muscles and blood;
  • Sulfur is necessary for the health of the skin, joints, hair and nails.

Ingredients for preparing Ushitsa:

Fish Boullion

  • 1 onion
  • 1 carrot
  • 1 parsley root
  • 1 leek
  • 1 parsnip
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pound fresh or frozen smelts
  • 10 whole black peppercorns
  • 2-3 bay leaves

Method:

  • Combine the vegetables, salt, and 2 quarters of water in a 4-quart pot.
  • Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer for 30 minutes, partially covered.
  • Add the smelts, peppercorns, and bay leaves, then return to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes, partially covered.
  • Strain the stock, discard the vegetables and fish.
  • Salt to taste, remove bay leaves and serve hot.