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Polish Dill Soup Recipe

Polish Dill Soup Recipe
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Polish Dill Soup is a comforting, flavorful traditional soup featuring tender potatoes, fresh dill, and vibrant vegetables simmered in a seasoned chicken broth and finished with creamy sour cream. This hearty yet light soup balances aromatic herbs and spices for a perfect meal on chilly days.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 3 waxy potatoes (diced, about 10 oz)
  • 3 carrots (peeled and diced)
  • 2 scallions (white and light green parts, chopped)
  • 1 brown onion (finely chopped)
  • ½ cup frozen green peas
  • 4 tbsp chopped fresh dill (divided)
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)

Seasonings & Spices

  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried marjoram
  • ¼ tsp ground turmeric
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 bay leaf

Liquids & Fats

  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 tbsp full fat sour cream (at room temperature)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Peel and dice the potatoes and carrots. Chop the white and light green parts of the scallions, finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the fresh dill. Having all your ingredients ready ensures smooth cooking.
  2. Sauté Aromatics and Vegetables: Heat unsalted butter over medium-low heat in a large pot. Add minced garlic and finely chopped onion, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in diced carrots and chopped scallions and continue cooking for 2 minutes to soften the vegetables.
  3. Add Spices: Mix in salt, black pepper, dried marjoram, ground turmeric, ground nutmeg, and the bay leaf. Stir well to coat the vegetables and let the spices bloom for a minute.
  4. Simmer Soup: Add diced potatoes and frozen green peas to the pot. Pour in the chicken broth and increase the heat to high to bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, cover the pot and reduce heat to low. Simmer gently for 15 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
  5. Incorporate Sour Cream and Dill: Remove the lid and stir in the room temperature sour cream until it is fully blended into the soup, adding creaminess. Add 3 tablespoons of fresh chopped dill and cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
  6. Final Seasoning and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish with the remaining tablespoon of fresh dill. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of Polish Dill Soup.

Notes

  • Using waxy potatoes helps the soup retain texture and not become too mushy.
  • Ensure sour cream is at room temperature before adding to avoid curdling.
  • Fresh dill adds vibrant flavor; if unavailable, dried dill can be substituted but use less.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
  • This soup pairs well with crusty bread or rye for an authentic Polish experience.

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Keywords: Polish Dill Soup, Potato Soup, Dill Soup, Traditional Polish Recipes, Comfort Soup, Sour Cream Soup, Hearty Soup

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