Okroshka with boiled sausage
12 servings
60 minutes
Okroshka with boiled sausage is a refreshing and nutritious dish of Russian cuisine, perfect for the summer season. This cold soup combines crunchy cucumbers, tender boiled sausage, boiled eggs, and potatoes to create a harmony of flavors and textures. The dressing made from sour cream, mustard, and mayonnaise adds a light tanginess and richness to the dish. Historically, okroshka originated as a peasant dish using available ingredients and has become a popular summer treat over time. Its chilled serving makes it an ideal relief from the heat, while the combination of fresh herbs like dill and green onions adds extra freshness. Okroshka can be served with rye bread or washed down with kvass for a traditional taste, making it not only delicious but also a symbol of Russian gastronomic culture.
1
Boil and cool 3 liters of water.
2
Dissolve sour cream, mustard, and mayonnaise in water. Add salt, pepper, and citric acid.
- Sour cream: 250 g
- Mustard: 3 tablespoons
- Mayonnaise: 150 g
- Citric acid: 10 g
3
Cucumbers, boiled eggs, and potatoes, chop the sausage into cubes. Add everything to the prepared water.
- Cucumbers: 7 pieces
- Chicken egg: 5 piece
- Potato: 3 pieces
- Boiled sausage: 500 g
4
Chop dill and onion finely and add to everything else.
- Dill: 1 bunch
- Green onions: 1 bunch
5
Chill and serve.