Solyanka
Description
Hearty and aromatic soup. I'm eager to tell you about it,
Instructions
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Step 1
1. First, pour water into a saucepan and place it over heat. Cut the celery stalk and carrot into small strips.
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Step 2
2. Add them to boiling water and cook over medium heat. You can add spices to the broth to taste.
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Step 3
3. Meanwhile, peel and chop the onion. Place it in a pan with melted butter and sauté until translucent.
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Step 4
4. While the onion is frying, cut the ham into thin strips.
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Step 5
5. Add a spoonful of flour to the pan and mix everything thoroughly.
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Step 6
6. Place the tomato paste and a little sour cream on top.
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Step 7
7. Season slightly with salt, pepper to taste, and mix. Cook over heat for just another minute.
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Step 8
8. Chop the olives or black olives.
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Step 9
9. Thinly slice the cucumbers. Be sure to reserve some of the brine.
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Step 10
10. Place all the ingredients into a saucepan, previously removing the vegetables with a slotted spoon. Season with salt to taste and pour in the cucumber brine. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 5 minutes.
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Step 11
11. Add the chopped herbs to the pot, cover with a lid, and remove from heat. Let the solyanka sit for about 10-15 minutes. Before serving, you can add sour cream and a slice of lemon to the plate.