Serbian Creamy Mushroom Soup
Krem Supa od Gljiva
A rich and comforting creamy mushroom soup, often made with a variety of mushrooms and a touch of traditional Balkan seasoning. This version focuses on a smooth, velvety texture and deep mushroom flavor.
๐ง Ingredients
- 1 kg Mixed mushrooms(fresh (e.g., button, cremini, portobello, shiitake), sliced)
- 1 large Yellow onion(finely chopped)
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves(minced)
- 4 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp Flour
- 5 cups Vegetable broth(low sodium)
- 1 cup Milk
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Parsley(fresh, chopped, for garnish)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 1 tsp Vegeta (optional)
๐จโ๐ณ Instructions
- 1
Melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sliced mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring frequently, until they release their liquid and start to brown, about 10-12 minutes.
๐ก Tip: Browning the mushrooms deepens their flavor. - 2
Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 4
Sprinkle the flour over the mushroom mixture and stir well to combine. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to cook out the raw flour taste.
- 5
Gradually whisk in the vegetable broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Add the milk and Vegeta (if using). Bring the soup to a gentle simmer.
๐ก Tip: Whisking continuously prevents lumps. - 6
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 7
Stir in the heavy cream. Blend the soup to your desired consistency using an immersion blender or by carefully transferring it to a regular blender. Be cautious when blending hot liquids.
๐ก Tip: For a chunkier soup, blend only half of it. - 8
Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.
๐ก Tip: Serve with crusty bread or homemade pastries.
๐ก Pro Tips
- โUsing a variety of mushrooms will provide a more complex flavor.
- โIf dried porcini mushrooms are available, soak them and add them along with their soaking liquid for an extra boost of flavor.
- โA splash of dry sherry or white wine can be added after the garlic and before the broth for added depth.
โจ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Add a tablespoon of lemon juice at the end for brightness.