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SORREL SOUP — A MAGICAL SPRING SOUP WITH TANGY FLAVOR

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SORREL SOUP — A MAGICAL SPRING SOUP WITH TANGY FLAVOR

SORREL SOUP — A MAGICAL SPRING SOUP WITH TANGY FLAVOR

Sorrel soup is one of the best traditional Romanian spring soups. The fresh sorrel leaves add a magical tangy note that makes this soup truly special and refreshing.

🕒 Prep Time: 10 min

🍳 Cook Time: 30 min
🍽️ Yields: 4–5 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 slice celery root (about 50 g), diced
  • 1 small parsnip or parsley root, diced
  • 4 small potatoes, diced
  • 250 g sour cream
  • ½ tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 300 ml chicken or vegetable broth
  • 150 g fresh sorrel leaves
  • 2 sprigs fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare Sorrel

  • Wash sorrel leaves, remove thick stems, and cut into large pieces.

2. Sauté Vegetables

  • Heat oil in a pot over low heat.
  • Add onion, carrot, celery root, and parsnip.
  • Sauté gently until soft, about 10 minutes.

3. Add Potatoes and Broth

  • Add diced potatoes, chicken or vegetable broth, and 3 cups water.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil and cook until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.

4. Prepare Sour Cream Mixture

  • In a bowl, mix sour cream with flour.
  • Gradually whisk in 2–3 ladles of hot soup broth, one ladle at a time, mixing well.

5. Combine and Simmer

  • Lower heat so soup does not boil.
  • Slowly pour tempered sour cream mixture into the soup, stirring constantly.
  • Add sorrel leaves and simmer gently for 5 minutes without boiling to avoid curdling.
  • Stir in chopped dill.

6. Finish and Rest

  • Turn off heat, cover the pot, and let the soup rest to cool slightly before serving.

💡 Tips

  • Avoid boiling after adding sour cream to keep the soup smooth.
  • Sorrel adds a delicate, refreshing tang perfect for spring.
  • Fresh dill complements sorrel’s flavor beautifully.

🎉 Perfect For

  • Traditional Romanian spring meals
  • Light, tangy soups
  • Comfort food with herbal freshness
  • Seasonal vegetable cooking

📝 Final Thoughts

This classic Romanian sorrel soup is a delicious celebration of spring’s fresh flavors, balanced by creamy sour cream and aromatic dill. Its gentle tanginess and velvety texture make it a perennial favorite for those seeking a light yet satisfying meal.