Traditional Ukrainian Lentil Soup (Leshchyna Chorna)
Традиционно ястие · Ukrainian
A hearty and flavorful traditional Ukrainian lentil soup, rich with smoky notes from smoked meat and aromatic vegetables. This is the classic comfort food, perfect for a cold day.
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Съставки
- Brown lentils2 cups
- Smoked pork ribs or bacon1 lb
- Onion1 large
- Carrots2 medium
- Potatoes2 medium
- Garlic3 cloves
- Bay leaf1
- Vegetable oil or lard2 tbsp
- Water or broth8 cups
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Fresh dill for garnisha handful
Стъпки
- 1
Rinse lentils thoroughly and soak if recommended by package instructions.
- 2
If using smoked ribs, cut them into serving pieces. If using bacon, dice it.
- 3
Finely chop the onion, grate or dice the carrots, and dice the potatoes. Mince the garlic.
- 4
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat oil or lard over medium heat. If using bacon, render it first, then add onion and sauté until softened.
- 5
Add carrots and cook for another 5 minutes until slightly tender.
- 6
Add the smoked pork ribs (if using) to the pot. If using bacon, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 7
Add the rinsed lentils, diced potatoes, bay leaf, water or broth, salt, and pepper.
- 8
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 60-75 minutes, or until lentils and potatoes are tender and the soup has thickened.
- 9
Remove the bay leaf and smoked ribs (if desired, meat can be removed from bones and added back). Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- 10
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh dill before serving.
