German Solyanka Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4
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Course
Soup
German Solyanka Recipe
Description
German Solyanka Recipe merges several chopped smoked and cured meats—salami, bologna, and bacon—with vegetables including onions and bell peppers. Tomato paste enriches the base, while pickle juice and chopped pickles add a distinctive tang. Dijon mustard and garlic deepen the flavor profile, all simmered in chicken broth with a bay leaf for subtle herbal notes.
The cooking process involves crisping the bacon first to build flavor, then adding all ingredients to simmer gently. This yields a clear yet richly flavored broth with tender meat chunks and softened vegetables, complemented by the sour cream dollop on serving to provide creaminess and a hint of coolness.
Serving this soup straight away ensures the best texture and taste. The combination of smoked meats and pickled elements makes it a unique dish that stands out in traditional European soups. Good seasoning balance is important to harmonize the salty, smoky, and sour notes.
According to the notes, the amount of pickle juice should be adjusted depending on its vinegary strength to prevent overpowering the soup's flavor. Tasting the pickles beforehand is recommended to guide the addition.
Ingredients
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- 7 oz salami chopped
- 7 oz bologna chopped
- 4 oz Bacon chopped, slab
- 1 medium onion quartered and thinly sliced
- 6 oz tomato paste
- 2 large bell pepper thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoon pickle juice See the notes
- ½ c pickles chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 3 cloves garlic thinly sliced
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 ½ c chicken broth
- 4 tablespoon sour cream for serving
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- To a large pot add bacon and cook on a medium heat until slightly crispy, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the remaining ingredients and cook on a medium-low heat for 20 minutes.
- Adjust salt and pepper and serve immediately with a dollop of sour cream.
Notes
- Taste your pickles before adding the juice to gauge vinegar strength and adjust the amount accordingly.
- Add 3 tablespoons of pickle juice if it suits your taste, or reduce if too vinegary.
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Overall Rating
5
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