Solyanka Soup

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Eastern Europe with this hearty and flavorful Solyanka Soup! A traditional Russian-Ukrainian classic, this rich and tangy soup combines tender beef brisket, smoky sausage, and savory ham for a meaty base that’s elevated by briny olives, pickles, and capers. Enhanced with aromatic bay leaves, black peppercorns, and a dollop of tomato paste, every spoonful is packed with bold, comforting flavors. Simmered to perfection and served with a wedge of zesty lemon, fresh dill, and creamy sour cream, this satisfying soup is ideal for cold days or when you're craving something deeply nourishing. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this one-pot wonder is an irresistible blend of sweet, sour, and savory elements that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 300 grams Beef brisket
• 200 grams Smoked sausage
• 200 grams Ham
• 100 grams Olives
• 150 grams Pickles
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 large Onion
• 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 medium Lemon
• 2 pieces Bay leaves
• 10 pieces Black peppercorns
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 3 tablespoons Dill
• 3 tablespoons Capers
• 2 liters Water
• 0 for serving Sour cream

Directions

Step 1

Cut the beef brisket into large chunks and place them in a pot with 2 liters of water. Bring to a boil, skimming off any foam that rises to the top.

Step 2

Reduce the heat to low and add bay leaves, black peppercorns, and salt. Simmer for approximately 1.5 hours or until the meat is tender.

Step 3

Meanwhile, slice the smoked sausage and ham into bite-sized pieces. Chop the onion finely, thinly slice the pickles, and slice the olives. Cut the lemon into wedges for garnishing.

Step 4

In a large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and continue to cook for another 2 minutes, mixing well.

Step 6

Add the sliced pickles and sauté for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 7

Once the beef is tender, remove it from the pot and let it cool slightly. Shred the beef into small pieces.

Step 8

Return the shredded beef to the pot along with the sautéed onion and pickle mixture, sliced olives, sliced smoked sausage, sliced ham, and capers.

Step 9

Allow the soup to simmer on low heat for another 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt if necessary.

Step 11

Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh dill and a dollop of sour cream. Add a wedge of lemon on the side for squeezing into the soup just before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3394.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2135.0

Total Fat 144.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.1g
Cholesterol 457mg	0%
Sodium 11649.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g	0%
Total Sugars 25.4g
Protein 136.4g	0%

Vitamin D 32IU	0%
Calcium 552.8mg	0%
Iron 22.7mg	0%
Potassium 3076.9mg	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: 60.0%

Protein: 25.1%

Carbs: 14.9%