Name: Estonian Meat and Vegetable Solyanka
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Estonian
Ingredients: 400g beef chuck; 300g pork belly; 100g smoked sausage; 1 onion; 2 carrots; 2 potatoes; 1 cup pickled cucumbers; 1 cup sour cream; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 2 liters beef broth; Salt, pepper, and dill to taste

Estonian Meat and Vegetable Solyanka

A traditional Estonian soup with a mix of meats and pickled vegetables, perfect for a comforting meal.

80 minutes6 servings

Method

Dice the beef, pork, and sausage into bite-sized pieces.
In a pot, sauté the onion, carrots, and potatoes until tender.
Add the meats and cook until browned.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.
Pour in the beef broth and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
Stir in the pickled cucumbers and sour cream before serving.
Season with salt, pepper, and fresh dill.
For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.