Enjoy the soup either hot or cold, but I think it's best straight from the refirgerator with a dollop of sour cream and freshly ground black pepper.
Sorrel Soup
8oz sorrel leaves, washed and trimmed of stems
Sorrel Soup
8oz sorrel leaves, washed and trimmed of stems
2oz parsley , trimmed of stems1 tablespoon walnut oil
1 onion, chopped
.75 litres chicken broth
coarse sea salt
freshly ground black pepper1 large egg, beaten
Heat oil in a medium saucepan. Add shallots and cook on medium-high heat until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add sorrel a little at a time, tossing; cook until leaves have wilted, about 10 minutes. Add broth, bring to a boil, and simmer about 15 minutes.
Using a hand-held blender, purée the soup. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and add beaten egg. Whisk vigorously until egg has dispersed. Simmer for about 5 minutes. Serve hot or cold with a garnish of sour cream. Yield: 3 servings.
.75 litres chicken broth
coarse sea salt
freshly ground black pepper1 large egg, beaten
Heat oil in a medium saucepan. Add shallots and cook on medium-high heat until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add sorrel a little at a time, tossing; cook until leaves have wilted, about 10 minutes. Add broth, bring to a boil, and simmer about 15 minutes.
Using a hand-held blender, purée the soup. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and add beaten egg. Whisk vigorously until egg has dispersed. Simmer for about 5 minutes. Serve hot or cold with a garnish of sour cream. Yield: 3 servings.
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