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Finnish Beer Soup with Rye Bread

Finnish Beer Soup with Rye Bread prepared dish

Finnish beer soup is a unique and hearty dish that combines the rich flavors of beer with the comforting texture of rye bread. This delightful soup is perfect for a cozy gathering, offering a warm and satisfying experience. Enjoy it as a light meal or a starter to your dinner.

This recipe is lunch, scaled for 4 servings, with 15 min prep and 30 min cook.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 30 min · Total: 45 min · Serves: 4

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include fresh dill, sugar, salt, dark beer.
  • Follow all 6 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 cups dark beer
  • 2 large egg
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 200 g rye bread (cubed)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
  2. Add the dark beer and water to the pot, stirring to combine.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then add the cubed rye bread, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bread has softened and the soup has thickened.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and slowly add a ladle of the hot soup to temper them, then stir the egg mixture back into the pot.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh dill before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 290
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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