Lithuanian Saltibarsciai (Cold Beet Soup)

Description

This Lithuanian family recipe from the old country makes an awesome summer soup! Serve with warm Yukon Gold potatoes.

Ingredients

  • 4 eggs
  • 1 quart buttermilk
  • 1 pound beets, peeled and shredded
  • 1 large English cucumber – peeled, quartered, and sliced
  • ΒΌ cup minced chives
  • 1 bunch fresh dill, minced

Instructions

  1. Place the eggs into a saucepan in a single layer and cover the eggs with water by 1 inch. Cover the saucepan and bring the water to a boil. Remove from the heat and let the eggs stand in the hot water for 15 minutes; drain. Cool the eggs under cold running water in the sink. Peel and chop the eggs.
  2. Pour the buttermilk into a large bowl; add the eggs
  3. beets
  4. cucumber
  5. chives
  6. and dill. Stir gently to combine. Chill in refrigerator for 1 full day before serving.

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 1 day

Servings: 8

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