Description
Creamy Hungarian Mushroom Soup is a comforting, rich, and flavorful soup featuring caramelized onions, browned cremini mushrooms, and the distinct taste of Hungarian paprika. This cozy one-pot meal blends sour cream, fresh herbs, and a touch of lemon juice to create a smooth and aromatic dish perfect for cold weather or festive occasions.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1.5 pounds cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 tablespoon Hungarian paprika
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon Tamari sauce
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- Ground chili pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the base: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for about 3–4 minutes until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
- Sauté the mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and sauté for 7–8 minutes, stirring occasionally until they release their moisture and turn golden brown.
- Add flour and paprika: Sprinkle the flour and Hungarian paprika over the mushrooms. Stir well to coat the mushrooms evenly and cook for another 1–2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
- Add liquids and simmer: Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add the milk and Tamari sauce, stir well, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Finish the soup: Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the sour cream, lemon juice, fresh parsley, fresh dill, fresh thyme, salt, black pepper, and ground chili pepper until the soup is smooth and well combined.
- Serve: Let the soup rest for a couple of minutes before serving. Garnish with extra fresh herbs if desired and serve alongside crusty bread or a light salad.
Notes
- This soup is perfect for fall and winter, offering a warm, comforting option for weeknights or holiday starters.
- Use cremini mushrooms, bella mushrooms, or portobello mushrooms interchangeably depending on availability.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit Tamari if strict vegetarian.
- Adjust the amount of chili pepper to control the spice level according to your taste.
- Serve with crusty bread or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 265 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 1039 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 58 mg
