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Hungarian Mushroom Soup Recipe

Hungarian Mushroom Soup Recipe

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Enjoy a taste of Hungary with this rich and creamy Hungarian Mushroom Soup. Made with a flavorful blend of mushrooms, paprika, and sour cream, this soup is a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 pound mushrooms, sliced (cremini or button)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons paprika (preferably Hungarian sweet)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Additional Ingredients:

  • 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Sauté Onion: In a large pot, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until softened.
  2. Cook Mushrooms: Stir in mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid and start to brown.
  3. Add Flavor: Add garlic and paprika, cook until fragrant. Sprinkle in flour and cook to form a roux.
  4. Thicken Soup: Slowly whisk in broth, bring to a simmer, and cook until slightly thickened.
  5. Finish Soup: Reduce heat, stir in milk, sour cream, soy sauce. Simmer gently, then add lemon juice and dill. Season and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use a mix of mushroom varieties for deeper flavor.
  • For a richer soup, substitute part of the milk with half-and-half or cream.
  • This soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.

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