Solyanka

Солянка · Solyanka

Ingredients14

• beef broth1.5 L
• cooked beef200 g
• cooked ham150 g
• smoked sausage150 g
• pickled cucumbers3
• onion1
• tomato paste2 tbsp
• butter30 g
• green olives80 g
• capers1 tbsp
• lemon1
• bay leaves2
• sour cream150 g
• fresh dill15 g

Method

1. Slice the beef, ham, and sausage into thin strips. Dice the pickles and finely chop the onion.
2. Melt the butter in a pot, soften the onion, then stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.
3. Add the pickles and cook briefly, then pour in the broth and add the bay leaves.
4. Bring to a simmer, add the meats, olives, and capers, and cook gently for 15 minutes.
5. Season with pickle brine if needed, remove the bay leaves, and finish with lemon juice.
6. Ladle into bowls and serve with sour cream, dill, and a lemon slice.