Authentic Polish Pickle Soup (Zupa Orgorkowa)

Vegetable Soup

Authentic Polish Pickle Soup (Zupa Orgorkowa)

Authentic Polish Pickle Soup (Zupa Orgorkowa)
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 45 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    39

Transport yourself to a cozy Polish kitchen with this authentic pickle soup! Zupa Ogórkowa is a comforting and surprisingly nuanced soup, boasting a delightful tanginess balanced by savory vegetables and creamy richness. This is not an overly sour experience, but a harmonious blend of flavors that will warm you from the inside out. Perfect with crusty bread or mini bacon sandwiches for dipping!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    11 g
  • Cholesterol
    67 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    16 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    425 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
0 mins

In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, combine the chicken leg quarters, chicken stock (or water), cabbage, carrots, celery, onion, parsley, bay leaves, garlic, thyme, marjoram, salt, and pepper. (5 minutes)

02

Step
1 hrs 15 mins

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for approximately 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through and falling off the bone. (60 minutes)

03

Step
5 mins

Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside to cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, shred the chicken meat and discard the skin and bones. (10 minutes)

04

Step

While the chicken is cooling, ladle about 1 cup of the soup broth into a separate saucepan. Add the sliced dill pickles and their brine to the saucepan. Simmer over medium-low heat for 15 minutes to allow the pickle flavor to infuse the broth. (15 minutes)

05

Step

Return the shredded chicken to the main pot of soup. Pour the pickle-infused broth into the soup. (2 minutes)

06

Step

In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream and flour (or cornstarch) until smooth. This prevents the sour cream from curdling in the hot soup. (2 minutes)

07

Step

Gradually whisk the sour cream mixture into the soup, stirring constantly to incorporate it fully. (3 minutes)

08

Step

Bring the soup to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Be careful not to over-boil, as this can cause the sour cream to separate. (5 minutes)

09

Step

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. (2 minutes)

For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken stock. Alternatively, good-quality store-bought stock is a fine substitute.
Adjust the amount of pickle brine to taste, depending on how tangy you like your soup.
If you prefer a smoother soup, you can use an immersion blender to partially blend the vegetables before adding the sour cream.
Serve hot with a dollop of extra sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh dill for an extra touch of flavor and presentation.

Alvena Schneider

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 13 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)

  • Monroe Bauchzboncak

    Jun 26, 2025

    Made this last night and it was a hit! Will definitely be making it again.

  • Elisha Thiel

    Mar 17, 2025

    I was skeptical about pickle soup, but this recipe changed my mind!

  • Brett Bayer

    Mar 13, 2025

    So easy to make and perfect for a chilly evening.

  • Jammie Murray

    Feb 4, 2025

    The thyme and marjoram really make this soup special.

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