Description
Creamy Polish Dill Pickle Soup is a hearty, comforting dish made with potatoes, carrots, and tangy pickles in a rich, creamy broth. This old-world favorite is a beloved classic that offers a unique flavor combination of savory and sour that’s perfect for cold days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 1/2 cups dill pickles, shredded or finely chopped
- 1/2 cup pickle juice (from the jar)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried dill (or fresh, chopped)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent.
- Add potatoes, carrots, and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender (about 15–20 minutes).
- Add shredded pickles and pickle juice to the pot. Simmer for another 5–7 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix flour and sour cream until smooth. Temper the mixture by adding a ladle of hot soup and whisking quickly.
- Slowly pour the sour cream mixture into the soup, stirring constantly to prevent curdling. Simmer for a few minutes to thicken.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and dill. Stir well and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Use full-fat sour cream for the creamiest texture.
- Balance the tanginess by adjusting the amount of pickle juice to taste.
- This soup thickens as it sits—add more broth when reheating if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Polish dill pickle soup, creamy pickle soup, comfort food, traditional Polish recipe, cold weather soup