Baltic Rye Bread Soup (Baltijos ruginės duonos sriuba)

Baltijos ruginės duonos sriuba, or Baltic Rye Bread Soup, is a traditional dish from the Baltic cuisines that is both hearty and comforting. This soup is a perfect way to use up leftover rye bread and is often enjoyed during the colder months.

Baltic Rye Bread Soup (Baltijos ruginės duonos sriuba)

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 200g rye bread, sliced
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
  2. Add the rye bread slices and let them simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. In a separate pan, sauté the chopped onion in butter until translucent.
  4. Sprinkle the flour over the onions and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. Transfer the onion mixture to the pot with the rye bread and water.
  6. Add sugar, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
  7. Remove the bay leaf and blend the soup until smooth.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
40g
Protein
8g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Large pot Saucepan Blender

Tools

Knife Cutting board Wooden spoon

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Baltic Rye Bread Soup with a side of pickles or a dollop of sour cream for added richness.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Use stale rye bread for a more intense flavor in the soup.

Cost

$5