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Krupnik

Krupnik/KROOP-nik/
KrupnikPhoto: Wikimedia Commons
About this dish

A hearty barley soup with root vegetables and a smoky ham hock, a traditional Polish comfort soup.

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Ingredients
🌾1 cup pearl barley
🥩1 smoked ham hock
🥕2 carrots
🥔3 potatoes
Method
Serves 3
1
Simmer the ham hock in water to make a smoky stock.
2
Add barley and simmer until it begins to soften.
3
Add diced carrot, potato, and celery root, continuing to simmer.
4
Cook until the barley and vegetables are fully tender.
5
Season with fresh dill and serve hot.
✓ What Makes it Authentic

Krupnik is a traditional Polish barley soup, commonly made with smoked pork for a rich, savory broth.

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