How to Make Solianka (Russian Beef Soup) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Solianka is a traditional Russian beef soup that is known for its rich, complex flavors and hearty ingredients. This soup is a staple in Russian cuisine and is often enjoyed during cold winter months when a warm and comforting meal is needed to keep spirits high. Solianka is a versatile dish that can be made with various meats, but this recipe will focus on creating a delicious beef-based version that is sure to satisfy anyone's appetite.

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Ingredients

  • 2 ounces dried mushrooms
  • ¾ cup water
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, divided
  • 3 onions, chopped
  • 1 cup cooked diced veal
  • 1 cup diced ham
  • ¼ pound kielbasa sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 2 quarts beef stock
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 10 black peppercorns
  • 12 marinated mushrooms
  • 2 dill pickles, diced
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 1 (28 ounce) can Italian-style whole peeled tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 12 kalamata olives
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh dill weed
  • ¼ cup dill pickle juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Hungarian sweet paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup sour cream, or as needed
  • 1 lemon, sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Soak mushrooms in water in a small bowl until tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Drain mushrooms, reserving soaking water.
  • Melt 1/4 cup butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté onions, veal, ham, sausage, and rehydrated mushrooms in melted butter. Add stock and mushroom water; bring to a boil.
  • Make a bouquet garni by tying bay leaves and peppercorns tightly in cheesecloth. Add bouquet garni, marinated mushrooms, pickles, and capers to soup. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Melt remaining 1/4 cup butter in a skillet. Add tomatoes and tomato paste and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, then add flour and cook for 2 to 3 more minutes. Stir 1 cup soup into the skillet, then pour mixture back into the soup pot.
  • Add olives, dill, pickle juice, garlic, paprika, and marjoram. Season with salt and black pepper; simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Remove the pot from heat and discard bouquet garni. Adjust seasonings and garnish servings with dollops of sour cream and lemon slices.
  • Nutrition

    478 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 100mg
    • Sodium: 1374mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 43mg
    • Calcium: 102mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1051mg