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Mushroom Yushka

Mushroom Yushka - recipe
Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Total Time 1 hrs 10 mins
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Difficulty: Medium
Servings: 6
Calories: 90 kcal/100 g
Dietary: dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian
Description

Mushroom yushka is a traditional Ukrainian soup made with dried forest mushrooms, potatoes, onions, and carrots. It has a rich aroma and earthy flavor, often served with bread or pampushky. Popular in Western Ukraine, especially during fasting periods.

Ingredients
  • 50 g Mushrooms (dried forest, porcini preferred)
  • 4 pcs Potatoes (medium)
  • 1 pcs Carrot
  • 1 pcs Onion
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil (or butter)
  • 2 L Water
  • 1 pcs Bay leaves
  • 3-4 pcs Black peppercorns
  • to taste Salt
  • Parsley (or dill for garnish)
  • 1 cloves Garlic (optional)
Instructions
  1. 1

    Soak mushrooms. Rinse dried mushrooms and soak in warm water for 1–2 hours. Keep the soaking liquid.

  2. 2

    Prepare base. Bring 2 liters of water to a boil. Add soaked mushrooms (cut if large) and cook for 20 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add potatoes. Peel and dice potatoes, add to the pot, and cook another 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    Sauté vegetables. Finely chop onion and carrot. Sauté in oil or butter until golden. Add to the pot.

  5. 5

    Season. Add bay leaf, peppercorns, and salt. Simmer for another 10–15 minutes.

  6. 6

    Finish & serve. Add chopped parsley or dill. Optionally, crush in some garlic. Serve hot with bread.

Keywords: mushroom yushka, Ukrainian mushroom soup, traditional Ukrainian soup, forest mushroom soup, homemade soup, Ukrainian cuisine, vegetarian soup
Read it online: https://thetasteofukraine.com/recipes/mushroom-yushka/