Rooster kholodets (Ukrainian meat aspic) Do you want to try something authentic? Then try kholodets, a traditional Slavic treat, loved by many Ukrainians and served at family gatherings. This cold snack represents a broth cooked using meat which is then refrigerated until jellified. The meat aspic takes the shape of the basin where it is chilled, and cut into serving pieces that are usually several inches high. Traditionally, the gelling agent was made by cooking pork feet, which naturally have gelatin and release it after many hours of boiling. Meanwhile, I want to share a recipe that is a bit easier and quicker and does not require 5-7 hours of meat boiling. We will add gelatin and this allows us to use any kind of meat. So if you’re not the fan of pork, this recipe is just for you! A lot of Ukrainians remember eating this kholodets from their childhood. For many of them the meat jelly was a must-have for holiday celebrations. Nowadays, many Ukrainian women have their own versions of aspic, with different types of poul...↴ http://ukrainian-recipes.com/rooster-kholodets-ukrainian-meat-aspic.html