Sour cream sauce with tomato juice

4 servings

30 minutes

Sour cream sauce with tomato juice is a delicate blend of the tanginess of ripe tomatoes and the softness of sour cream, enhanced by the velvetiness of egg yolk. This recipe has roots in traditional Russian cuisine, where simplicity of ingredients meets refined flavor. The sauce features a tender texture and light acidity that harmonizes beautifully with meat dishes, vegetables, and even fish. It can be used as a standalone dressing or as a base for more complex culinary compositions. Through evaporation, flavors concentrate, and the addition of yolk gives the sauce thickness and richness. The sauce perfectly complements dishes with baked or stewed ingredients, turning them into true gastronomic masterpieces.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 35
• Proteins: 1g
• Fats: 3.1g
• Carbohydrates: 0.8g

Ingredients

• Sour cream: 50 g
• Egg yolk: 1 pc
• Tomatoes: 40 g

Cooking steps

1. Cut ripe tomatoes in half, squeeze out some juice, and strain through a sieve; add sour cream to the strained tomatoes, reduce the mixture by 1/3, combine with a raw yolk, and stir quickly until thickened.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 40 g
   • Sour cream: 50 g
   • Egg yolk: 1 piece