Cucumber soup facts for kids
Zupa ogórkowa is prepared using sour, salted cucumbers
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| Alternative names | Ogórkowa |
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| Course | Soup, entree |
| Place of origin | Poland |
| Region or state | Central Europe |
| Serving temperature | Hot or Cold |
| Main ingredients | Cucumber, pickled cucumber |
Cucumber soup is a yummy and traditional soup from Poland and Lithuania. In Poland, it's often called ogórkowa, which simply means "cucumber soup." This special soup is usually made with sour, salted cucumbers and potato. Sometimes, people use rice instead of potatoes to make it a bit different.
This soup is also popular in other countries like Russia and Ukraine. There, it's known as rassolnik. While the main idea is the same, each country has its own unique way of preparing it.
What is Cucumber Soup?
Cucumber soup is any soup that uses fresh or pickled cucumbers as a main ingredient. There are two main types of cucumber soup: those made with fresh cucumbers and those made with pickled cucumbers. Each type has its own special taste and way of being prepared.
Fresh Cucumber Soups
Fresh cucumber soups are often light and refreshing. Some of these soups are not cooked at all! They are just a mix of fresh cucumbers, yummy spices, and sometimes other vegetables or fruits. These "no-cook" soups are usually served cold, which makes them perfect for a warm day.
Other fresh cucumber soups are cooked, often in a tasty broth. These cooked versions can be served either hot or chilled. It really depends on the recipe and what people prefer.
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Fresh cucumber-mint soup with a yogurt dumpling
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Pork stuffed cucumber and zucchini soup in pork broth.
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See also
In Spanish: Sopa de pepino para niños
