Beef Stroganoff tomato sauce, etc. Stroganoff is also popular in Nordic countries. In Sweden, a common variant is "korv-stroganoff" (sausage Stroganoff), which uses the local "falukorv" sausage as a substitute for the beef. In Finland, the dish is called "makkara-stroganoff", makkara meaning any kind of sausage. Beef Stroganoff is, however, also a common dish. Diced brined pickles are also a normal ingredient in Finnish Stroganoff. Stroganoff's popularity extends to Japan, where it is most commonly served with white rice, or white rice seasoned with parsley and butter. Its popularity increased dramatically with the introduction of "instant sauce cubes" from S&B corporation. These
Dog meat consumption in South Korea declines in consumption of 20-30% per year. Dog meat is often consumed during the summer months and is either roasted or prepared in soups or stews. The most popular of these soups is "Gaejang-guk", a spicy stew meant to balance the body's heat during the summer months. This is thought to ensure good health by balancing one's ""ki"" or vital energy of the body. A 19th century version of "Gaejang-guk" (개장국) explains the preparation of the dish by boiling dog meat with green onions and chili powder. Variations of the dish contain chicken and bamboo shoots. On December 13, 2016,