Description
Traditional Polish Potato Soup (Zupa Ziemniaczana) is a cozy, hearty farmhouse-style dish made with potatoes, carrots, onions, broth, and herbs. This simple yet satisfying one-pot recipe is perfect for chilly days and packed with comforting flavors.
Ingredients
For the Soup:
2 tablespoons butter or oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped
5 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon marjoram (dried)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins:
½ cup sour cream
½ cup chopped parsley or dill
1 cup diced cooked sausage
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, melt butter (or heat oil) over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, chopped carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
- Add Potatoes: Stir in the diced potatoes and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes, letting the potatoes absorb some of the flavors from the aromatics.
- Add Broth: Pour in the broth and add marjoram. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Blend or Leave Chunky: For a creamy texture, mash some of the potatoes directly in the pot or blend half of the soup until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier soup, feel free to leave it as is.
- Finish: Stir in the sour cream (if using), and season with salt and black pepper to taste. If desired, garnish with fresh parsley or dill. Add cooked sausage for extra protein if you like. Serve the soup warm and enjoy!
Notes
Add Meat: For a heartier version, stir in diced cooked sausage, such as kielbasa, toward the end of cooking. It adds a nice smoky flavor that complements the potatoes.
Vegetarian Version: Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth to make this recipe fully vegetarian.
Herb Variations: You can experiment with other herbs like thyme, bay leaves, or rosemary for different flavor profiles.
Make It Creamier: Add more sour cream or even a splash of heavy cream for an ultra-creamy finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
