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Shchavel Borscht (Sorrel Soup) Recipe

Shchavel Borscht (Sorrel Soup) Recipe
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Shchavel Borscht, also known as Sorrel Soup, is a traditional Eastern European dish bursting with vibrant flavors. This tangy and herbaceous soup is perfect for brightening up any meal.

Ingredients

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Soup Base:

  • 14 cups water (or 8 cups water and 6 cups chicken broth if not using pork)
  • 2 large pork loin chops (or 1 pound chicken breasts, diced)
  • 1 Tbsp salt

Additions:

  • 4–5 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 Tbsp dill (fresh or frozen)
  • 4 cups fresh sorrel (Shchavel), rinsed and chopped (or use 3 cups frozen chopped sorrel)
  • Sour cream or mayonnaise (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Soup Base: In a large soup pot, bring 14 cups of water to a boil (use 8 cups water and 6 cups chicken broth if you’re not using meat). Add the sliced pork or diced chicken along with 1 tablespoon of salt. Simmer the pork for about 30 minutes, or the chicken for 10 minutes. Skim off any impurities that rise to the surface.
  2. Add the Potatoes: Once the meat is ready, add the diced potatoes and bay leaves to the pot. Let the soup simmer for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
  3. Cook the Onion: While the potatoes are cooking, sauté the finely diced onion in olive oil over medium heat until golden brown. Add the sautéed onions to the pot.
  4. Incorporate the Eggs: Lightly beat the eggs with a fork and slowly stir them into the soup, allowing them to cook in the broth.
  5. Add the Sorrel and Dill: Once the potatoes are cooked, stir in the chopped sorrel and dill. Bring the soup back to a gentle boil and simmer for another 3-5 minutes until the sorrel is tender. If you want a more sour flavor, add more sorrel.
  6. Serve: Serve the soup hot with a dollop of sour cream or mayonnaise, if desired.

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Keywords: Shchavel Borscht, Sorrel Soup, Eastern European Soup, Vegetarian Soup

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