Creamy Hungarian Mushroom Soup

Recipe: Creamy Hungarian Mushroom Soup

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 lb mushrooms, sliced (cremini or button mushrooms work well)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Hungarian paprika
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried dill
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for the roux)
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

Sauté Mushrooms and Onions:

1. In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
2. Add finely chopped onions and cook until softened.
3. Add sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook until they release their moisture and become golden brown.

Make the Roux:

1. Push the mushrooms and onions to one side of the pot, creating a clear space.
2. Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in the clear space.
3. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of flour over the melted butter to create a roux. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Add Paprika and Garlic:

1. Stir in the minced garlic and Hungarian paprika, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Make the Soup Base:

1. Gradually pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
2. Add soy sauce, dried dill, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer.

 Thicken the Soup:

1. In a small bowl, mix sour cream and 1/4 cup of flour to create a smooth mixture.
2. Gradually whisk the sour cream mixture into the soup, stirring continuously.
3. Continue to simmer until the soup thickens slightly.

 Serve:

1. Ladle the Creamy Hungarian Mushroom Soup into bowls.
2. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Enjoy:

1. Serve hot and enjoy the rich and flavorful Creamy Hungarian Mushroom Soup!

Note: Adjust the thickness of the soup by adding more or less flour to the roux and sour cream mixture. You can also customize the flavor by adding a splash of white wine or substituting different mushroom varieties.

This Creamy Hungarian Mushroom Soup is a comforting and satisfying dish, perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day.