Russian Buckwheat Soup
This comforting Russian Buckwheat Soup is a nourishing dish that beautifully captures the essence of traditional Eastern European cuisine.
Equipment
- Large Pot
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or sunflower oil
- ½ medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup diced carrot
- 4 ounces mushrooms, sliced (any type)
- 1 large chicken breast, cubed
- 2 cups cubed potato
- 6 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock
- ½ cup toasted buckwheat
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 pieces bay leaves (dried or fresh)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, heat the olive oil or sunflower oil over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the diced onion. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent. Add in the diced carrots and sliced mushrooms, cooking until the carrots soften slightly and the mushrooms release their moisture, about 5 minutes.
- Step 2: Add the cubed chicken breast to the pot. Stir everything together, ensuring the chicken is well coated with the aromatic vegetable mixture. Cook for approximately 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is no longer pink on the outside.
- Step 3: Toss in the cubed potatoes, toasted buckwheat, salt, black pepper, and bay leaves. Stir everything well to combine the ingredients.
- Step 4: Carefully pour in the chicken stock or vegetable stock, ensuring all the ingredients are submerged. Increase the heat to bring the soup to a gentle boil.
- Step 5: Once boiling, reduce the heat to a low simmer. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes and buckwheat are tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Step 6: Once your soup is fully cooked, taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary. Remove the bay leaves before serving. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and enjoy each comforting spoonful. Feel free to garnish with fresh herbs for added flavor!
Notes
For enhanced flavor, consider adding a splash of lemon juice or a sprinkle of fresh dill just before serving. You can also use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken to save time.