Blåbärssoppa facts for kids
Cup of blåbärssoppa
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| Type | Soup |
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| Place of origin | Sweden |
| Serving temperature | Cold or Hot |
| Main ingredients | Bilberries, sugar, water, potato starch |
Blåbärssoppa is a special kind of soup from Nordic countries like Sweden. You might also hear it called blueberry soup. It's made from a fruit called bilberries. You can enjoy it either warm or cold.
This soup is usually sweet. It's made a bit thick with starch, like potato starch. People often eat it as a soup, sometimes with porridge. It can also be served as a drink.
In the USA, you can sometimes find blåbärssoppa sold in stores. It's often called Blåbär. You can make it at home using bilberries, sugar, water, and potato starch. Or, you can buy it ready-made or as a powder you mix with water.
The Swedish word blåbär means "blueberry." But this soup is not made from the blueberries you might find in North America. Instead, it uses a fruit called the bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus). Bilberries grow wild in places like Scandinavia and other parts of Europe. They are related to blueberries but are a bit different.
What is Blåbärssoppa Used For?
Blåbärssoppa is a popular and energy-rich food. It is traditionally given to people taking part in the Vasaloppet ski marathon in Sweden. This long race needs a lot of energy, and the soup helps provide it.
Bilberries have also been used for a long time to help with mild gastrointestinal ailments, like an upset stomach. In Sweden and Finland, blåbärssoppa is often thought of as a good food for people with stomach problems. This is because it is easy to digest and gives you energy.
