Gazpacho St. Petersburg style
5 servings
45 minutes
Petersburg-style gazpacho is an original interpretation of the famous Spanish cold soup, adapted to Russian taste traditions. In this recipe, the classic combination of tomatoes, cucumbers, and sweet peppers is enriched with the aroma of cilantro, the spiciness of garlic, and a light acidity from lemon juice. The main difference is the addition of croutons made from ciabatta that give the soup a rich texture and a splash of sherry that adds a touch of sophistication. Gazpacho is served chilled, making it an ideal refreshing dish for summer days. Its flavor is a harmony of fresh vegetables, mild spice heat, and the tenderness of broth soaked with croutons. It’s not just a soup; it’s a true gastronomic journey that combines Russian boldness and Spanish elegance in one glass.
1
We make a small cross cut on the tomatoes.
- Tomatoes: 4 pieces
2
We clean the pepper from seeds, white stripes, and chop it slightly (just without stress!).
- Bell pepper: 1 piece
3
We crush 1 clove of garlic with a knife.
- Garlic: 1 clove
4
Cut 1 onion into 4 pieces.
- Onion: 1 head
5
We peel the cucumber with a potato peeler and cut it into large pieces.
- Cucumbers: 1 piece
6
Soak the croutons in boiled water.
- Ciabatta: 1 piece
7
We put tomatoes in boiling water.
- Tomatoes: 4 pieces
8
Cucumbers, pepper, a clove of garlic, 4 quarters of onion, put them in the blender. They take up too much space on the table.
- Cucumbers: 1 piece
- Bell pepper: 1 piece
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Onion: 1 head
9
We take cilantro, rinse it slightly, shake off the water, and inhale its aroma.
- Cilantro: 1 bunch
10
Chop finely and send to the blender.
- Cilantro: 1 bunch
11
Croutons made from ciabatta - over there.
- Ciabatta: 1 piece
12
We take the tomatoes. Peel them. Cut in half and — into the blender.
- Tomatoes: 4 pieces
13
We start the spin at first gear.
14
A glass of sherry for the mood — inside!!! Not in the blender!!!
- Sherry: 1 glass
15
Stop the blender, add 3-4 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of salt (can adjust later), juice of 1 lemon (or 3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar), and a mix of 5 peppers to taste.
- Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Lemon: 1 piece
- Mixed peppercorns (four peppers): to taste
16
Blender: Start!! Stop!!
17
Pour into a clear pitcher and place in the refrigerator.
18
In 10 hours: good morning country!!
