Green cabbage soup
6 servings
60 minutes
Green shchi is a traditional dish of Russian cuisine known for its freshness and slightly sour taste. Its key ingredient is sorrel, which gives the soup its characteristic light acidity. Historically, green shchi were prepared in spring and summer when young greens appeared. The flavor of the soup is rich and hearty due to the meat broth, vegetables, and fresh herbs. The light sourness of sorrel pairs wonderfully with the tenderness of potatoes and the sweet notes of carrots. Serving with sour cream and boiled eggs adds creaminess and softness, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. Green shchi is not only delicious but also a healthy dish rich in vitamins and minerals. They are perfect for a light yet filling lunch, refreshing and invigorating after the first spoonful.
1
Boil broth from meat, 1 carrot, 1 onion, and a stalk of celery. After boiling, be sure to remove the foam, then lower the heat and cook for 2-3 hours. When the broth is ready, remove the cooked vegetables and meat with a slotted spoon.
- Beef brisket: 500 g
- Onion: 2 heads
- Carrot: 2 pieces
- Celery stalk: 1 piece
2
Cool the meat from the broth and cut it into small cubes.
- Beef brisket: 500 g
3
Sort the sorrel, wash it, cut off the stems, and slice it into strips.
- Sorrel: 300 g
4
Peel the potatoes and cut them into sticks.
- Potato: 300 g
5
Peel the carrot and cut it into strips.
- Carrot: 2 pieces
6
Peel the onion and chop it into cubes.
- Onion: 2 heads
7
Chop the greens finely.
- Cilantro: to taste
- Parsley: to taste
- Spring onion: to taste
- Dill: to taste
8
Add potatoes to the prepared broth and boil for 5-6 minutes.
- Potato: 300 g
9
Add onion and carrot, cook for another 5-6 minutes.
- Onion: 2 heads
- Carrot: 2 pieces
10
Add chopped boiled meat to the soup.
- Beef brisket: 500 g
11
Add sorrel, bring to a boil and immediately turn off the heat. Do not boil at all.
- Sorrel: 300 g
12
Season with greens and let the soup steep for 15 minutes — the sorrel and herbs will fully release their aromas.
- Cilantro: to taste
- Parsley: to taste
- Spring onion: to taste
- Dill: to taste
13
Boil the eggs hard for 8 minutes after boiling. Cool in cold water. Serve on the table with sour cream and boiled egg.
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Sour cream: to taste