Czech Tomato Soup with Rice
6 servings This may be surprising to some, but Czechs’ also have their own version of tomato soup. The reason for this is quite simple-- tomatoes are very common and popular in the Czech Republic with many people growing their own. This tomato soup is a very popular dish served at home, but many Czechs also know it from cafeterias where it is often served. Read more In comparison to Italian tomato-basil soup, Czech tomato soup with rice has no basil and uses Allspice and bay leaves instead. In addition, cream is not usually incorporated and a little bit of sugar makes it slightly sweeter. The body of Czech soups are created with broth and the whole soup also has one interesting touch: the addition of boiled rice. I believe that you will enjoy the differences of this soup and it will become very popular in your family. So, “Dobrou chuť!” Read less x saved Tom the Chef Founder November 17, 2023 25 min.25 min.1/5 25 min. 25 min. 1/5 Directions: 1. Rice: A. Use 1 ½ cup of leftover white rice. B. Or cook rice especially for your soup from ½ cup of raw rice and 1 cup of water. 2. Sauté onion: 2.1. Preheat a medium pot on medium-high heat with 2 TBSP of frying oil and add: 1 medium onion – finely chopped Sauté with occasional stirring until glossy (about 3 – 4 minutes). 3. Thickening agent: 3.1. Add: 2 TBSP of butter Let if fully melt with constant stirring. 3.2. Then, dust with: 2 TBSP of all-purpose flour Thoroughly stir together until nicely combined. 4. Simmering: 4.1. Add into the pot: 4 cups of vegetable broth 1 cup of water 15 OZ of tomato puree 2 TBSP of granulated sugar ½ TSP of ground Allspice 2 bay leaves Stir until all ingredients are thoroughly combined. Cover with a lid and bring to a simmer (about 195°F) with occasional stirring. 4.2. Lower the heat to medium and cook for 10 minutes with occasional stirring. 5. Finishing phase: 5.1. Remove the bay leaves. 5.2. Add: 1 TSP of salt ½ TSP of ground pepper 1 ½ cups of cooked rice Briefly stir together and cook with occasional stirring for an additional 3 minutes (now without the lid). 5.3. Optionally, add water if the liquid evaporates more than it should and then cook for an additional 3 minutes. 5.4. Taste and add salt and/or pepper if needed. About the Author: Tom the ChefFounder # 1 120 Followers Published Recipes: 268Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: Iowa, USAMember since: 2023-02-02 Published Recipes: 268 Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: Iowa, USA Member since: 2023-02-02 Disclaimer All content and information (including recipes, articles, and other materials) on CookingHub.com are the opinions of the authors and are not intended to provide dietary, medical, legal, or political advice. Consult with a professional before deciding to follow these opinions. 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