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🌍Authentic German recipe from a Germany-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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German Solyanka Soup

Cultural Context

Solyanka soup has its roots in Eastern European cuisine, particularly popular in Russia and Germany. Traditionally, it was a hearty dish made to utilize leftover meats, showcasing the resourcefulness of home cooks. The soup is known for its bold flavors, combining sour, salty, and savory elements, often enjoyed in social settings. Today, variations exist across different cultures, with each adding its unique twist, making Solyanka a beloved dish worldwide.

GermanDEmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
100 g durchwachsener Speck
2 rote Zwiebeln
700 g Wurst (Salami, Jagdwurst, Fleischwurst)
2 EL Tomatenmark
400 ml Gemüsebrühe
400 g passierte Tomaten
700 g Letscho
5 Gewürzgurken
Gurkenwasser
Paprika edelsüß
1 EL Zucker
Pfeffer
1/2 frisch gepresste Zitrone
Saure Sahne zum Anrichten

smoked sausage

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Chicken sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lighter and can be made cheaply.

pickles

🥗Healthier: cucumber slices

💰Cheaper: dill relish

Cucumber slices provide freshness at a lower cost.

1

Chop the onions and cook them in a pot until translucent.

2

Add the diced bacon and various sausages to the pot and sauté until browned.

3

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for a few minutes.

4

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the pureed tomatoes.

5

Add the letscho, chopped pickles, and some pickle juice to the mixture.

6

Season with sweet paprika, sugar, pepper, and the juice of half a lemon.

7

Let the soljanka simmer for a while to allow the flavors to meld together.

8

Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream and fresh bread.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

SolyankaSolyanka Suppe
Local Name: Solyanka

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