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Solyanka Skillet

A one-pan Russian pickle soup turned weeknight dinner — salty, tangy, warming. Sausage, beef, pickles, and olives simmer in broth for pure comfort.

Total time
18 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
28g
Solyanka Skillet
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high. Brown ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains, ~5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Add sausage slices and cook 2 minutes until edges brown slightly.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in diced onion and cook until softened, ~2 minutes. Add tomato paste and stir until fragrant, ~30 seconds.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in broth. Add pickles with their brine and olives. Bring to a gentle simmer.

  5. Step 5

    Simmer 6 minutes until flavors meld. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.

  6. Step 6

    Ladle into bowls. Serve hot with rye bread or a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet or soup pot (12-inch or larger)
  • wooden spoon
  • ladle

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