Bulgarian Tomato Dumpling Soup

Experience the heartwarming flavors of Eastern Europe with this Bulgarian Tomato Dumpling Soup, a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any season. This recipe features a rich base of fresh, ripe tomatoes simmered with aromatic garlic and onions, creating a luscious, velvety tomato broth. The highlight of the dish is the tender, homemade dumplings made with a simple yet satisfying mix of flour, egg, butter, and water, gently cooked in the soup to soak up its bold, tangy flavors. Enhanced with fresh parsley and a touch of tomato paste for depth, this soup is both hearty and wholesome. Ready in just one hour, this vegetarian-friendly recipe is perfect as a light lunch or a satisfying dinner, served hot and garnished with vibrant parsley. It’s a true taste of traditional Bulgarian cuisine, bringing warmth and comfort to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped Yellow onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 6 large, peeled and chopped Fresh, ripe tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 large, beaten Egg
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons, melted Butter

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the peeled and chopped tomatoes to the pot and stir well.

Step 5

Mix in the tomato paste, then pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth (optional for a smoother texture).

Step 8

Season with salt, black pepper, and freshly chopped parsley. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 9

While the soup is simmering, prepare the dumplings by combining flour, beaten egg, water, and melted butter in a bowl. Mix until a soft dough forms.

Step 10

Using two small spoons, form small dumplings and drop them gently into the simmering soup.

Step 11

Cook the dumplings for 8-10 minutes or until they float to the surface and are cooked through.

Step 12

Serve the soup hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2444.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1636.0

Total Fat 70.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.2g
Cholesterol 285.3mg	0%
Sodium 4940.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 212.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.5g	0%
Total Sugars 51.4g
Protein 49.2g	0%

Vitamin D 58.2IU	0%
Calcium 354.6mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 5059.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.8%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 50.5%