Lithuanian Šaltibarščiai (Cold Beet Soup) Recipe

Prep Time::25 mins

Cook Time::5 mins

Additional Time::1 day 15 mins

Total Time::1 day 45 mins

Servings::8

Ingredients

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Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

4 large eggs

1 quart buttermilk

1 pound beets, peeled and shredded

1 large English cucumber – peeled, quartered, and sliced

1 bunch fresh dill, minced

¼ cup minced chives

Directions

Place eggs into a saucepan in a single layer and cover with water by 1 inch. Cover the saucepan and bring to a boil. Remove from the heat and let eggs stand in hot water for 15 minutes. Drain, then run under cold water to cool.

Peel and chop eggs; place into a large bowl. Add buttermilk, beets, cucumber, dill, and chives; stir gently to combine. Chill in the refrigerator for 24 hours before serving.

Recipe Tip

You can use canned beets (three 15-ounce cans) instead of fresh beets if preferred.

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