Description
This Dill Pierogi Soup is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender pierogis in a savory vegetable broth enhanced with fresh dill. It’s perfect for a cozy meal that combines Eastern European flavors with simple, wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup frozen pierogi (potato and cheese or your choice)
- 1 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the Onion: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent, ensuring the onions become soft and release their natural sweetness.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic to maintain its flavor.
- Cook Vegetables: Pour in the vegetable broth and add the diced potatoes and sliced carrots. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and cooked through.
- Add Pierogi: Add the frozen pierogi to the pot and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until they are heated through and tender, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Season and Finish: Stir in the chopped fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed to balance the flavors perfectly.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Add a dollop of sour cream on top if desired, for a creamy and tangy contrast.
Notes
- Use your preferred type of pierogi – potato and cheese work well but feel free to experiment.
- The soup can be made entirely vegetarian using vegetable broth.
- For a richer soup, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt or crème fraîche.
- Fresh dill adds a unique flavor; if unavailable, use dried dill but reduce the quantity.
- Leftover soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Keywords: Dill Pierogi Soup, Pierogi Soup, Vegetarian Soup, Comfort Food, Eastern European Soup
