**Indulge in a Refreshing Culinary Journey with Chilled Sour Cherry Soup and Its Enticing Variations**
Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with chilled sour cherry soup, a delightful dish that combines the vibrant flavors of sour cherries, the smoothness of yogurt or kefir, and the subtle sweetness of honey. Originating from Eastern Europe, this chilled soup has gained popularity worldwide for its refreshing taste and versatility. Our curated collection of recipes offers a range of options to suit diverse preferences, from the classic Lithuanian version to unique interpretations with coconut milk, almonds, or even avocado. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to deliver a symphony of flavors that will invigorate your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Get ready to delve into the world of chilled sour cherry soup and discover a new favorite dish that will be a hit at your next gathering.
CHILLED SOUR-CHERRY SOUP
A refreshing yet intense soup to serve in small portions before dinner, garnished with herbs. Recipe adapted from The Georgian Feast by Darra Goldstein.
Provided by Anna Kovel
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield Makes 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Pass cherries through a food mill to extract all juices; or purée in a food processor and strain through a medium-mesh sieve, skimming surface of any foam. (Discard pulp, or reserve for another use.) Sprinkle garlic with 3/4 teaspoon salt, then mash into a very fine paste with the side of a knife. Stir into cherry purée.
- Refrigerate, covered, until very cold, at least 1 hour. (Purée can be made to this point and refrigerated up to 8 hours.) Stir chopped cilantro and dill into soup and season with salt; refrigerate 30 minutes more.
- Divide soup among 4 to 6 small bowls, and top each with cucumber, scallions, and herb sprigs. Serve with sour cream on the side.
CHERRY SOUP
My grandmother had talked about her cherry soup recipe for years, so when I received some of our state's famous Door County cherries, I just had to try it. My family liked it so well that I froze several quarts so we could enjoy it all winter! -Sue Bronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In large saucepan, place the cherries, water, sugar and cinnamon. Bring to a boil. Cook for 15 minutes or until cherries until tender. Adjust sugar, if necessary, depending on tartness of cherries. , For dumplings, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; stir in milk. Drop by teaspoonfuls into boiling soup. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until dumplings are fluffy. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
HUNGARIAN SOUR CHERRY SOUP (MEGGY LEVES)
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- In a large saucepan, cook cherries with water and 3/4 cup sugar until done, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, mix sour cream with flour, salt, and confectioners' sugar until smooth.
- When cherries are done, temper the sour cream mixture with a few ladles of hot cherry liquid, whisking until smooth. Transfer to the pan with the cherries and whisk until smooth. Simmer 5 minutes, but do not boil.
- Cool to room temperature in an ice water bath . Place plastic wrap directly on the surface of the soup (so a skin doesn't form) and refrigerate until cold.
- Serve cold as a first course as they do in Hungary or as a dessert with a dollop of sour cream or whipped cream .
- Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 112 mg, Sugar 33 g, Fat 8 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
COLD CHERRY SOUP
Many versions of cold cherry soup originated in Hungary and Poland, where cooks would use sour cherries and a lot of sugar. Traditional cherry soups also are made with sour cream and heavy cream, and sometimes they are thickened with flour. I like this lighter version, which is made with drained yogurt instead of cream.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories appetizer
Time 30m
Yield Serves six to eight
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pit the cherries, and place the pitted cherries in a bowl and the pits in a large soup pot. Add the water to the pot, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer five minutes. With a skimmer, remove the pits from the water. Add the sugar, red wine, salt and lemon zest, and bring back to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil five minutes, then add the cherries. Bring to a simmer, turn the heat to low, cover and simmer five minutes. Remove from the heat.
- Place the yogurt in a large bowl and slowly whisk in a cup of the liquid from the soup once it is no longer simmering. Whisk until the mixture is smooth. Slowly add the rest of the soup, and whisk or stir until smooth. Allow to cool, stirring from time to time, then refrigerate until cold. Before serving, you will have to stir or whisk again, as the liquid and yogurt will separate. Still, the soup is easily homogenized.
- Serve in bowls or in glass tumblers. If you wish, garnish with additional halved, pitted fresh cherries.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 146, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 96 milligrams, Sugar 25 grams
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh sour cherries. If you can't find fresh cherries, you can use frozen or canned cherries.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
- If you want a smoother soup, you can strain it before serving.
- Serve the soup chilled with a dollop of whipped cream or sour cream.
- Garnish the soup with fresh mint or cherries.
Conclusion:
Chilled sour cherry soup is a delicious and refreshing summer soup. It's easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The soup is a good source of vitamins and minerals, and it's also low in calories. If you're looking for a healthy and tasty soup to enjoy this summer, give chilled sour cherry soup a try.
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