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Dill Pickle Soup, also known as Zupa Ogórkowa, originated in Poland, though it’s popular in parts of Russia and other Slavic countries. Known for its sour brine from the pickles, combined with a creamy broth, often made with sour cream. Made with hearty ingredients such as potatoes, carrots, celery and onion, this soup is comforting, creamy and insanely delicious.
What is Zupa Ogórkowa?
Zupa Ogórkowa is a traditional Polish soup that is made with sour pickles, potatoes, and a creamy broth that typically uses sour cream. It is pronounced “zoo-pat-aw-goor-kaw-vah”. zupa means soup, and ogórkowa means cucumber.
Dill Pickle Soup ingredients
Here is a quick overview of the ingredients you’ll need to make my Dill Pickle Soup.
Although I will share the detailed measurements and ingredients the bottom of this page in my recipe card.
- Pickles: they must be dill pickles.
- Potatoes: either russet, yellow or baby potatoes will work in this recipe.
- Dill: be sure to use fresh dill, it makes all the difference.
- Sour cream: opt for the full fat sour cream. I have tried this recipe with extra creamy greek yogurt and it tastes great, although it’s a bit grainy. If that doesn’t bother you, feel free to make the swap.
- Chicken Broth: using a homemade broth in this recipe will take the soup to the next level.
- Pickle juice
- Carrots
- Celery
- Onion
- Garlic
Give me more soup recipes
If you liked this recipe don’t forget to check out some of my other Soups + Crockpot recipes on my blog! I will link a few personal favs down below:
- Chicken Pot Pie Soup
- Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup
- Green Goddess Chicken & Orzo Soup
- Beef Barley Soup
- Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup
- Potato Leek Soup
- Easy French Onion Soup
- Crockpot Beef Stew
- Buffalo Chicken Soup
- Stuffed Pepper Soup
Dill Pickle Soup tips
- Begin by chopping all of your ingredients before getting started. This recipe comes together quickly, so having the veggies chopped and ready will speed up the process.
- Use a full fat sour cream. As mentioned, you can use an extra creamy greek yogurt although it does make it a bit grainy.
- Ensure the veggies are soft before you add your potatoes and other ingredients. This should take about 15 minutes.
- Use fresh dill. Dried dill doesn’t have the same punch as fresh does, and in this recipe you need the good stuff.
Substitutions & FAQ’s
Can I use a vegetable stock instead of chicken stock?
Although I prefer the flavours the chicken stock gives to the soup, vegetable broth also works.
Can I use other types of potatoes?
Russet, yellow, or baby potatoes all work well in this recipe.
Storing & reheating
Is Dill Pickle Soup freezer friendly?
Although this soup is best served fresh, if you have leftovers you can freeze them. Allow the soup to come to room temperature, store in an airtight container or zip-lock bags and freeze for up to 3 months.
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Dill Pickle Soup
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 large carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 1½ cups dill pickles, chopped
- 3 cups potatoes, russet or yellow, cubed
- 7-7½ cups vegetable or chicken stock , salted, start with 7 cups and if you want more broth, add more
- 3/4 cup dill pickle juice
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp hot water
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1/4 tsp salt, more if you are using an unsalted stock
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground mustard
- 1/2 cup fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- Begin by chopping your vegetables into similar sized pieces and set aside.
- Chop your fresh dill, pickles and garlic. Set aside.
- Bring a large pot to medium heat and add your olive oil and butter.
- Once melted, add your carrots, celery, and onion. Sauté for about 10 minutes or until the veggies become soft.
- Add your potatoes, garlic and spices and saute for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Add your stock and let simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until potatoes are cooked through and all vegetables are nice and soft.
- Once cooked add your pickles, fresh dill and pickle juice.
- To a small bowl whisk together your sour cream, flour and hot water. Stir until no clumps remain.
- Turn your pot to low and slowly pour in your sour cream mixture. Add 1/2 cup to begin with and using a whisk mix continuously to ensure no clumps remain. Add the additional 1/2 cup and continue whisking until the sour cream has been dissolved.
- Bring to a low boil to allow the soup to thicken slightly. About 3 minutes.
- Taste here to see if your soup needs any additional seasionings.
- Serve and top with more pickles and fresh dill.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Omg amazing flavour and easy to make. She’s right when she says use “fresh dill” it does make all the difference. I really wanted to try this soup so I made it and I stored some to bring to the cabin, for those cold rainy evenings by the stove fire. I also can’t wait to bring this to “soup days” at the office.
Hi Heidel – I am SO happy you loved this soup and I am so happy you used fresh dill lol!
I made this for the family tonight. Everyone loved it! This soup has so much flavor. We all love dill pickles so it was a no-brainer when I saw it pop up. This is the fifth recipe I’ve tried from your site and not a single one has disappointed. Thanks for all the great meals! I cant wait to try another one!
Hi Tammi – this is such a nice comment and I am so happy you all loved the dill pickle soup! Thank you again for this (very kind) review. xo
This was so so good! My whole family had seconds (and thirds). I only had dried Dill on hand, but it was still amazing and I can’t wait to try it next time with fresh. Another home run Sammy!
Yay lovely!!!! So happy you all enjoyed it xo!
Amazing! I could have this soup every day and never get sick of it.
Hi Dee! You and me both!!!
I was skeptical but one of my daughters loves pickles so I figured I’d give this a shot. I followed the recipe but added a bit more of everything as I wanted leftovers to freeze. WOW! This was amazing! A crowd pleaser. Recommend!
I was skeptical but one of my daughters loves pickles so I figured I’d give this a shot. I followed the recipe but added a bit more of everything as I wanted leftovers. WOW! This was amazing! A crowd pleaser. Recommend!
Hi Amy! Thanks so much for taking the time to share this feedback – I am so happy you enjoyed this soup!
When is the dry mustard added please
When you add the potatoes and all of the other spices 🙂
I am a pickle fanatic and couldn’t wait to make this recipe. I wasn’t sure how my husband would like it, but he took one bite and was blown away with how much he loved the soup. Thank you for the great meal idea – I’m looking forward to making more of your recipes.
Hi Kaylyn! Yay! I am so so so happy you loved it! Thanks for sharing. xo
Going to make this for sure as we are a pickle loving family. Question… could you add protein like kidney beans or chickpeas?
Thanks!
Hi Jenn! You sure can! I would recommend white beans or chickpeas.
This is the 4th recipe that I have now made from your IG feed. Everyone in my world knows how much I love pickles, so when I came across this recipe I knew I had to try it. Perfection!! I was nervous how my husband would react to it because his love for pickles is not as strong as mine…he told me I need to add it into my soup rotation! If anyone is on the fence about giving this a chance…highly recommend you try it!! Thank you for providing such fun videos to draw us into wanting to try your recipes!
Do you know what the calorie count is in this recipe? I don’t see any calorie counts on any of your recipes.
I currently don’t have any calorie information on my recipes but I might look at doing it one day.
Hi… I made this soup tonight for my family. When my daughter asked what I was making for dinner, and I told her, she gave that look, a little cringe. lol. We all love dill pickles, so I wasn’t worried, but I knew also that it had little protein in it. I had a rotisserie chicken on the side. Well, it was a hit! My husband commented after the 2nd mouthful. He said it was awesome! It really was good. I liked it without the garnishing of fresh pickle. Saltine crackers were good with it as well. Thank you for a great recipe!
That is so awesome to hear!! So happy you enjoyed! Thanks for the review, I appreciate it so much.
Oh my gosh. Made this soup for my family tonight and it was DELICIOUS! A new family favorite. Even my 4 year old picky eater loved it! So good!
Incredible!
Thanks Mallory! Happy you enjoyed it!
I made this and the flavor was so good! I also love how low in calories and it’s a good vegetarian option! It was a lot of chopping, but definitely worth it. It’s cozy and the flavors go together perfectly.
Amazing!
This recipe is super approachable and turned out really well. My husband says I need to add it to the rotation, which is high praise coming from him! Definitely a winner!
Really easy to make this soup! So delicious! Pickles stay a bit crunchy and it’s creamy and also sour (from pickle juice!) -but in a good way! Will make again and I’m thinking this is a base to try to make a Big Mac type soup next time. Lol that’s kinda what it reminded me of! Thanks! Pretzel chicken next stop!
Looks terrific. I am wondering if adding some cooked ground pork or beef would work?
Have you ever tried Sauerkraut soup? I had a recipe from years ago but can’t find it now. It had sauerkraut and Polish sausage, potatoes, onions, carrots, and carrots. You rinsed the kraut off first and then sautéed it with the veg. I remember I had to take the casing off the sausage and finely chop, which was a pain. Then you finished it off with heavy cream. There were seasoning an and herbs but I don’t recall them all though pretty sure dry mustard and caraway seeds. I am not a big fan of caraway seeds so I probably left it out. Anyway I think you might enjoy it. I feel certain it was a Pennsylvania Dutch, German or Amish inspired recipe.
Hi Laurel! You could definately add some pork/beef to the soup! It would certainly make it more filling.
I have not tried sauerkraut soup, but I love sauerkraut so I know for dang sure I would love it. Thank you for sharing this with me, it might need to make its way into my soup season rotation.
Warmest,
Sam
My whole family was sceptical but loved this soup so much they request it for their school lunches! I omitted the sour cream for a dairy free option. This is the perfect chilly fall day soup
I finally took the time to make this soup and I am so glad I did!
It was delicious.
Hi Amaal, thanks so much for taking the time to leave this recipe a review. I am so happy you liked it!!
Thanks for sharing this great Polish recipe. The taste was amazing. I like my soup to be watery. So, I skipped the last thickening part. One suggestion though, I think the pickle should be chopped into very small pieces or even be shredded because it was kind of chewy in the end.
Today was my second time making this soup, and it’s absolutely delicious! I knew my boyfriend would love it, as he is known to drink pickle juice from the jar, but wasn’t totally sold on the idea myself. Decided to try it because every recipe of Sammy’s I’ve made previously is great, and it exceeded my expectations! It’s already a new addition to my winter rotation.
Hi Jade! Thanks so much for leaving me a review. I am so happy you enjoyed this soup!
Absolutely LOVE all of your recipes! Made this last night and just warmed up the left-overs and its even better the next day!
Hi Andrea! You are so sweet, thank you for this lovely comment! xo
We love pickles but I was still skeptical if a pickle soup would be a hit. Y’all, everyone had multiple bowls of this soup! So flavorful and yummy. It was nice to prep everything while my little ones were taking their nap then just tossing it together later for dinner. Thank you for sharing this recipe…I’m excited to try your Lemon & Boursin Orzo Bake in a couple of days 🙂
Hi Jessica! This is so great to hear. Thanks for sharing this review, I so appreciate it!
I made this tonight for the first time and it is delicious! Lots of leftovers for lunches for work this week and more filling than I expected. Will make it again in a heartbeat!
Fabulous! So original, yet it feels like I ate that soup all my life.
LOOOOOOOVE THAT!