CategorySoups, Vegetarian
Hungarian Mushroom Soup is a rich, creamy, and deeply flavorful dish made with earthy mushrooms, sweet Hungarian paprika, sour cream, and fresh dill. This comforting Eastern European soup has a velvety texture with a balance of earthiness, smokiness, and slight tang from the sour cream, making it a perfect cozy meal for colder days.
For the Soup Base
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion (finely chopped)
½ kg mushrooms (cremini or button, sliced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tsp dried thyme
2 tsp sweet Hungarian paprika (for authentic flavor)
1 tbsp all-purpose flour (for thickening)
3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
½ cup sour cream (for richness)
2 tbsp soy sauce (adds umami depth)
½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
½ tsp black pepper
For Garnish
¼ cup fresh dill (chopped, plus extra for garnish)
Extra sour cream for topping
A sprinkle of paprika for color
Crusty bread or toasted baguette slices
Sauté the Aromatics
1
- Heat the Butter and Oil:
- In a large pot, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Cook the Onions and Garlic:
- Add onions and cook until soft (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Cook the Mushrooms
2
- Add Mushrooms and Thyme:
- Stir in sliced mushrooms, dried thyme, and soy sauce.
- Cook until mushrooms are soft and have released their moisture (8-10 minutes).
- Season with Paprika:
- Sprinkle in Hungarian paprika and stir well.
Thicken the Soup
3
- Add Flour:
- Sprinkle flour over the mushrooms and mix until fully incorporated.
- Pour in the Broth:
- Slowly add vegetable or chicken broth, stirring continuously.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
Finish with Dairy
4
- Add Milk and Simmer:
- Pour in milk and continue cooking for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in Sour Cream:
- Lower the heat and mix in sour cream, making sure it fully blends into the soup.
- Add Fresh Dill:
- Stir in chopped dill and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve and Garnish
5
- Ladle into Bowls:
- Pour the warm soup into bowls.
- Add Toppings:
- Garnish with extra dill, a sprinkle of paprika, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Pair with Bread:
- Serve alongside crusty bread or garlic toast.
Pro Tips
6
- For a Thicker Soup: Increase the flour to 2 tablespoons.
- For Extra Depth: Use a mix of wild mushrooms for added earthiness.
- Dairy-Free Option: Substitute coconut milk for regular milk and use dairy-free sour cream.
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion (finely chopped)
½ kg mushrooms (cremini or button, sliced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tsp dried thyme
2 tsp sweet Hungarian paprika (for authentic flavor)
1 tbsp all-purpose flour (for thickening)
3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
½ cup sour cream (for richness)
2 tbsp soy sauce (adds umami depth)
½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
½ tsp black pepper
For Garnish
¼ cup fresh dill (chopped, plus extra for garnish)
Extra sour cream for topping
A sprinkle of paprika for color
Crusty bread or toasted baguette slices
Directions
Sauté the Aromatics
1
- Heat the Butter and Oil:
- In a large pot, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Cook the Onions and Garlic:
- Add onions and cook until soft (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Cook the Mushrooms
2
- Add Mushrooms and Thyme:
- Stir in sliced mushrooms, dried thyme, and soy sauce.
- Cook until mushrooms are soft and have released their moisture (8-10 minutes).
- Season with Paprika:
- Sprinkle in Hungarian paprika and stir well.
Thicken the Soup
3
- Add Flour:
- Sprinkle flour over the mushrooms and mix until fully incorporated.
- Pour in the Broth:
- Slowly add vegetable or chicken broth, stirring continuously.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
Finish with Dairy
4
- Add Milk and Simmer:
- Pour in milk and continue cooking for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in Sour Cream:
- Lower the heat and mix in sour cream, making sure it fully blends into the soup.
- Add Fresh Dill:
- Stir in chopped dill and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve and Garnish
5
- Ladle into Bowls:
- Pour the warm soup into bowls.
- Add Toppings:
- Garnish with extra dill, a sprinkle of paprika, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Pair with Bread:
- Serve alongside crusty bread or garlic toast.
Pro Tips
6
- For a Thicker Soup: Increase the flour to 2 tablespoons.
- For Extra Depth: Use a mix of wild mushrooms for added earthiness.
- Dairy-Free Option: Substitute coconut milk for regular milk and use dairy-free sour cream.
Notes
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