Okroshka on kvass with sausage

Cookinero 25 October 2022

Disputes about whether it is permissible to cook okroshka on kvass with sausage flare up annually, simultaneously with the start of the hot season. But no matter how the fighters for pure taste insist on options with boiled beef or tongue, people continue to prefer simple solutions. Which is quite understandable: few people want to cook meat for hours in the heat, and then wait for it to cool down. And here we are, once again, in the country, cutting fragrant greens, crispy cucumbers and radishes, potatoes, eggs, your favorite boiled sausage and pouring kvass ... Let's be honest: it turns out very tasty! That is why the recipe for okroshka on kvass with sausage, inherited from our mothers and grandmothers, is still a huge success and is not going to give up its positions at all!

How to cook Okroshka on kvass with sausage

Step 1

Okroshka on kvass with sausage

Prepare the ingredients for okroshka on kvass with sausage. Wash the potatoes thoroughly with a brush and boil in their skins until tender (15-20 minutes, depending on the size of the tubers.

Step 2

Okroshka on kvass with sausage

Place the eggs for okroshka in a small saucepan, cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook over low heat for 10 minutes. Cool with running water and clean.

Step 3

Okroshka on kvass with sausage

Wash the radishes for okroshka and cut into thin circles. Wash the cucumbers, dry them and cut each fruit in half lengthwise. Cut into thin slices.

Step 4

Okroshka on kvass with sausage

Wash the green onions, dill and parsley and dry well on paper towels. Finely chop. Cut boiled sausage for okroshka into small cubes.

Step 5

Okroshka on kvass with sausage

Put the radishes, cucumbers, herbs and sausage in a deep bowl. Cut potatoes and eggs into small cubes. Add to bowl, salt, pepper and stir.

Step 6

Okroshka on kvass with sausage

Pour the okroshka ingredients with cold bread kvass and mix. Pour into deep serving bowls. Add sour cream to each and serve.

Okroshka on kvass with sausage - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes! Boiled chicken or ham can replace the sausage. For a vegetarian version, use firm tofu or boiled soybeans. You can also experiment with different herbs like cilantro or basil for a unique flavor.
Okroshka is best served immediately. However, you can store the chopped ingredients separately from the kvass in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Add the kvass just before serving to prevent the vegetables from becoming soggy.
To reduce carbs, use less potato or substitute with cauliflower rice. Choose a low-sugar kvass or dilute regular kvass with water. You can also omit the potatoes entirely.
If you're short on time, use pre-cooked and chilled potatoes and eggs. Place the chopped vegetables in the freezer for 10-15 minutes before combining with the other ingredients.
Absolutely! Experiment with different brands or flavors of kvass to find your preference. Some people prefer a sweeter kvass, while others like a more tart variety.
Simply increase the quantities of all ingredients proportionally based on the desired number of servings. It's always a good idea to prepare slightly more than you think you'll need.
Freezing Okroshka is not recommended, as the vegetables will become mushy and the kvass's texture will change significantly upon thawing. The best way to preserve Okroshka is to keep the solid ingredients separate from the kvass until ready to serve.

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