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Russian Meatball Soup

Cultural Context

Originating from the heart of Eastern Europe, Russian Meatball Soup is a comforting dish that showcases the region's love for hearty, flavorful meals. Traditionally served during family gatherings, it reflects the resourcefulness of home cooks using readily available ingredients. Today, variations of this soup can be found in many cultures, adapting to local tastes while maintaining its core essence.

RussianRUmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
7 ounces frozen bell peppers
2 shredded carrots
half of a large onion (cubed)
3 ounces tomato paste
potatoes (cut up)
40 ounces ground beef and turkey mix
salt
pepper
1 tablespoon paprika
parsley
dill
a tiny bit of chili
2 tablespoons olive oil
whipping cream

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in calories.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: creme fraiche

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and vegetarian-friendly.

potato

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: parsnip

Sweet potato adds nutrients and flavor.

1

Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot until hot

2

Add cubed onion and sauté until translucent

3

Stir in shredded carrots and frozen bell peppers; cook for about 2 minutes

4

Add salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon paprika; stir to combine

5

Add diced potatoes and mix well

6

Open and add 3 ounces of tomato paste; stir and cook for a minute

7

Fill the pot with water and bring to a boil

8

In a bowl, mix ground beef and turkey with dried minced onion, salt, pepper, parsley, dill, and a tiny bit of chili

9

Form meatballs and drop them into the boiling soup

10

Cook meatballs until cooked through

11

Stir in whipping cream before serving

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringmixing

Equipment Needed

large pot

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Meatball SoupRussian Soup

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