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Холодник по белорусски

Cultural Context

Originating from Belarus, Kholodnik is a refreshing cold soup traditionally enjoyed during hot summer months. It showcases the vibrant flavors of beets and fresh vegetables, making it a staple in Belarusian cuisine. This dish is often served as a light meal or appetizer, and variations exist across Eastern Europe, reflecting local ingredients and preferences.

BelarusianBYmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 liter kefir
carbonated water
beetroot
cucumbers
green onions
dill
parsley
salt
lemon acid

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Introduce the dish and the need for refreshing food in warm weather.

2

List the main ingredients: eggs, cucumber, beetroot, greens (parsley, dill, green onions), lemon acid, salt, and kefir.

3

Explain that the cold soup can be made with water and sour cream or kefir and cold boiled water; today, using kefir with carbonated water.

4

Use a food processor to chop all ingredients except greens into small, even pieces.

5

Chop the greens with a knife, finely chopping everything except parsley, which is crushed in a mortar due to its toughness.

6

Transfer all chopped ingredients into a pot.

7

Pour in 1 liter of the highest fat kefir available.

8

Add carbonated water to the mixture, explaining that it can also be made with cold boiled water.

9

Season the soup with salt and lemon acid to taste, suggesting about 1 teaspoon of lemon acid and half a teaspoon of salt for 2 liters of soup.

10

Mix thoroughly and taste to adjust the seasoning as needed.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchilling

Equipment Needed

food processorknifemortarpot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Belarusian Cold SoupKholodnik

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