Tangy, Creamy String Bean Soup (Hungary)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 14

Tangy, Creamy String Bean Soup recipe for a healthy meal

Tangy, Creamy String Bean Soup (Hungary)

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

220

Sugar

10g

Fat

12g

Tangy, Creamy String Bean Soup is a popular dish in Hungary, often enjoyed as a starter or a light meal. The soup is made with fresh green beans, which are rich in fiber and nutrients. The tangy flavor comes from sour cream and white wine vinegar, which give the soup a unique taste that's both refreshing and satisfying. The soup is easy to make and can be served as a healthy and tasty meal any day of the week.

Instructions

1.	Dissolve the flour in one cup of milk and set aside.
2.	In a large pot, heat the remaining milk and sour cream, stirring constantly until the sour cream is fully melted.
3.	Add green beans and salt to the pot and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes until the green beans are soft.
4.	Stir in the vinegar and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
5.	Add the milk-flour mixture to the pot and stir well until the soup thickens.

PROS

This soup is a great way to incorporate green beans into your diet, which are high in fiber and vitamins C and K.

The sour cream and vinegar give it a tangy flavor that brightens up the soup.

CONS

The recipe uses sour cream, which may not be suitable for people with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.

The soup may also be too tangy for some people’s taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Green beans are low in calories and high in fiber, which can aid in weight loss and digestion.
They are also rich in vitamins C and K, which support immune function and bone health.

	3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
	2 1/2 cups milk
	1 cup sour cream
	1 lb fresh green beans , trimmed , quartered
	1/4 cup white wine vinegar
	1/8 teaspoon salt , to taste