Description
Polish Dill Soup, or Zupa Koperkowa, is a heartwarming creamy soup that combines the deliciousness of tender potatoes, sweet carrots, and vibrant fresh dill. This nourishing dish is perfect for cozy dinners or light lunches, with its rich flavors and velvety texture guaranteed to warm your soul. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, it’s a wonderful way to enjoy wholesome ingredients while indulging in the comforting embrace of home-cooked goodness. Whether you serve it with crusty bread or as a standalone treat, this delightful soup will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 brown onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 scallions, chopped (white and light green parts)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried marjoram
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 waxy potatoes, diced (about 10 oz)
- ½ cup frozen green peas
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 4 tbsp full-fat sour cream (room temperature)
- 4 tbsp chopped fresh dill (divided)
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by dicing the potatoes and carrots, chopping the scallions, onion, and dill, and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and onion, cooking until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in the carrots and scallions; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add salt, black pepper, dried marjoram, ground turmeric, ground nutmeg, and bay leaf; mix well.
- Incorporate the diced potatoes, frozen peas, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in room temperature sour cream and three tablespoons of dill; cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving hot. Garnish with remaining dill.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Fresh ingredients yield better flavor—opt for them when possible. For an ultra-creamy texture, use an immersion blender after cooking part of the soup. This soup is versatile; feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or spinach.