Turnip Soup (ciorbă De Gulii)

Turnip Soup, also known as Ciorbă de gulii, is a traditional Moldovan dish that is both hearty and flavorful. This soup is perfect for cold winter days and is a great way to enjoy the earthy taste of turnips.

Turnip Soup (ciorbă De Gulii)

Ingredients

  • 2 large turnips, peeled and diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 potatoes, diced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté the onion in a little oil until translucent.
  2. Add the turnips, carrots, and potatoes to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  4. Stir in the sour cream and fresh dill. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
55 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
5g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Stirring spoon Ladle

Tools

Soup bowls Soup spoons

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the turnip soup with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh dill on top. Enjoy with crusty bread or a side salad.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For a creamier texture, you can blend a portion of the soup before adding the sour cream and dill.

Cost

$10