SHCHI - RUSSIAN CABBAGE SOUP
Shchi has been a Russian staple for centuries for many reasons. It is very cheap, easily changed according to what ingredients are available, keeps well, and has many vitamins and minerals in each serving. It can be made with meat or vegetarian. This is my version of the recipe :)
Provided by Joseph Johnson
Categories Potato
Time 2h
Yield 8 bowls, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Core and shred the green cabbage.
- Peel and chop the garlic.
- Peel and chop the potatoes into large chunks.
- Peel and chop the onions.
- Wash and chop the tomatoes.
- Peel and dice the radishes.
- Wash and slice the leek into thin circles.
- Peel and grate the carrot.
- Melt the butter in a large pot or pan.
- Add garlic, onion, radish, leek and carrot. Saute on high heat approximately 5-10 minutes until vegetables have softened.
- Add beef stock (vegetable stock or water) and bring to a boil.
- Add green cabbage, potatoes, tomatoes, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and caraway seed.
- Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for approximately one hour or until all vegetables are done, stirring occasionally.
- Remove and discard bay leaves.
- Finely chop dill and/or parsley.
- Ladle into bowls.
- Add a dollop of sour cream (or smetana) on top and sprinkle with chopped dill and/or parsley.
- Ideally, refrigerate after cooling and wait 1-2 days to serve as shchi is usually allowed to "cure" for a short time. In my opinion, it tastes great fresh or re-heated. Can also be served cold.
- Pumpernickel or rye bread and butter make a great side.
- Refrigerate any leftovers.
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SiMO YT2
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my soup turned out really watery. I think I might have added too much water.
Travis Cruz
[email protected]This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very filling and satisfying.
Kjr khalid Hossain
[email protected]I would recommend this soup to anyone who loves Russian food. It's a classic dish that's sure to please.
Gianna Garofalo
[email protected]Overall, I thought this soup was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.
Boka Boka
[email protected]This soup is not very kid-friendly. The flavors are too complex for most kids.
Lisa Yoshisato-White
[email protected]This soup is very time-consuming to make. I would recommend making it on a weekend when you have more time.
Kayla Casarez
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my soup didn't turn out as thick as I would have liked. I would recommend adding more flour or cornstarch to the soup.
Spaical people Pakistan
[email protected]I found this soup to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices.
Kdenas
[email protected]This soup is a bit too sour for my taste. I would recommend using less sauerkraut.
Md Faruk AB
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cabbage, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors are well-balanced, and the soup is very hearty.
The Moon's Shadow
[email protected]I made this soup in my slow cooker, and it turned out great! It's a great way to have a hot meal ready when you get home from work.
Jeffrey Will
[email protected]This soup is very easy to make, and it's also very affordable. It's a great weeknight meal.
Arif Noor
[email protected]I love the addition of dill and sour cream to this soup. It gives it a really unique and delicious flavor.
Md Yousuf Miazi
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover cabbage. I always have a lot of cabbage left over after I make coleslaw, and this soup is a great way to use it up.
MD Nijhum
[email protected]I made this soup for my family, and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up.
Big Marino
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, and the soup turned out perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Russian food.
Khansharif Sharif
[email protected]This soup is so good! It's the perfect meal for a cold winter day.
Shehana Ali
[email protected]I'm a big fan of Russian cuisine, and I was excited to try this recipe. The soup was delicious and hearty, with a complex flavor that was both tangy and sweet.