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Syrniki refers to Russian cheese pancakes or can also be called "Tvorog Burgers" since they are made of Tvorog and fried. Syrniki is often eaten with honey, sweet dressings (marmalade) or jam. Syrniki is made by combining or mixing together Tvorog, semolina flour, sugar and eggs to make a dough, shape the dough into small balls, roll in flour and then fried until golden brown. Tvorog is Russian famous cottage cheese (or quark), usually served with honey or berry jam and made into Syrniki. Syrniki is also spelled Sirniki.
Springform Pan or Springform Mold refers to a baking pan which is charaterized by a removable bottom and hinged sides. The hinged sides make it easy to remove the cake from the pan, as they lossen their grasp when the hinge is opened. Springform Pan is generally used for cheesecakes or mousse cakes.
Silpancho refers to meat/ breaded beef cutlets served with rice and potatoes. Silpancho is one of the savory dishes from Bolivia made of fried meat, coated in breadcrumbs, and served with rice, egg and fried banana.
Sarriette is the French word for "Savory", a Provence herb and aromatic plant related to thyme and mint. It is classified into two (2) varieties: Sarriette des Jardins and Sarriette des Montagnes. Sarriette des Jardins have a sharp green color and has a delicate taste, while Sarriette des Montagnes are more scented. Sarriette is usually used in making marinades and as condiments. Sarriette is also known as Provençal de Poivre D’âne.
Sorpa refers to Kazakhtan's mutton broth served in bowls called Kese. Sorpa is usually served with other Kazakht dishes, such as Naren and Kinta.
Shalgam Gosht is a popular dish from Jammu and Kashmir prepared from tender pieces of baby lamb with turnips, chopped onions and special spices. It is popular in Lucknow too. The large black cardamom and the powdered fennel add extra flavor to the dish. The intense red colored Kashmiri chilli gives the dish a wonderful red color. It goes well with Kashmiri Naan and salad.