Polish Cucumber Soup (Ogórkowa)
A tangy, warming Polish classic made with fresh dill, sour cream, and tender diced cucumbers. Ready in 25 minutes—pure comfort in a bowl.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 215
- Protein
- 5g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat, ~1 minute.
Step 2
Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, stirring occasionally, 4 minutes.
Step 3
Pour in broth and add potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.
Step 4
Add diced cucumbers and simmer until potatoes and cucumbers are tender, 8 minutes.
Step 5
Remove from heat. Stir in sour cream and fresh dill until smooth and combined.
Step 6
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with more dill.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (4-quart minimum)
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- wooden spoon
- measuring cups and spoons
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