Solyanka with pumpkin

2 servings

30 minutes

Pumpkin solyanka is a cozy and aromatic dish of Russian cuisine that combines the tenderness of vegetables with the richness of the sauce. It draws inspiration from traditional solyanka but adds a touch of autumn warmth thanks to the pumpkin. Cabbage and zucchini create a soft texture, while leeks and tomato paste add spicy accents. The sour cream sauce with Worcestershire sauce gives the dish a velvety taste with a slight tanginess. Pumpkin seeds serve as the finishing touch, adding a crunchy texture. Pumpkin solyanka is perfect for an autumn or winter dinner, warming you with its rich flavor and aromatic palette. It can be served as a standalone dish or complemented with fresh bread for full enjoyment.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 234.1
• Proteins: 5.4g
• Fats: 16.4g
• Carbohydrates: 18.8g

Ingredients

• Young cabbage: 150 g
• Pumpkin: 130 g
• Zucchini: 125 g
• Olive oil: 1 tbsp
• Coarse sea salt: pinch
• Leek: 40 g
• Sea salt: to taste
• Sour cream: 3 tbsp
• Tomato paste: 2 tbsp
• Worcestershire sauce: 1 tsp
• Pumpkin seeds: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Chop the cabbage.

   Required ingredients:

   • Young cabbage: 150 g

2. Grate the pumpkin on a coarse grater.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pumpkin: 130 g

3. Grate the zucchini on a coarse grater and combine the ingredients.

   Required ingredients:

   • Zucchini: 125 g

4. Heat olive oil in a pan. Add a pinch of coarse sea salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
   • Coarse sea salt:  pinch

5. Cut the leek into strips.

   Required ingredients:

   • Leek: 40 g

6. Put the vegetables in oil.

7. After 5 minutes, add salt, stir, and reduce the heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sea salt:  to taste

8. Put sour cream in a deep bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sour cream: 3 tablespoons

9. Add tomato paste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomato paste: 2 tablespoons

10. Add Worcestershire sauce.

    Required ingredients:

    • Worcestershire sauce: 1 teaspoon

11. Mix thoroughly.

12. Simmer the solyanka over medium heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then add the sauce and remove from heat.

13. Mix, garnish with pumpkin seeds, and serve.

    Required ingredients:

    • Pumpkin seeds:  to taste