Description
This Hungarian Mushroom Soup is a creamy, comforting dish featuring sautéed mushrooms and onions infused with Hungarian paprika and dill. It’s thickened with a smooth milk and flour mixture, enriched with sour cream and a splash of lemon juice for brightness. Perfect for a cozy meal, it serves four and is ideally enjoyed with crusty bread.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 pound cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 2 teaspoons Hungarian paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Sauté Onions: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until they become translucent, softening to build the soup’s base flavor.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their juices and start to brown slightly.
- Add Spices and Soy Sauce: Stir in Hungarian paprika, dried dill, and soy sauce, and cook for an additional minute to let the spices bloom and deepen the flavor.
- Simmer with Broth: Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Thicken Soup: In a small bowl, whisk the flour into the milk until smooth. Gradually stir this mixture into the simmering soup. Continue to simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soup thickens slightly.
- Finish the Soup: Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the sour cream and lemon juice gently to enrich and brighten the soup. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve warm with crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Use cremini mushrooms for a richer flavor or button mushrooms for a milder taste.
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Adjust the amount of paprika according to your spice preference.
- The lemon juice adds a subtle tang that enhances the creaminess; do not skip this step.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious soup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Hungarian
