Light Dortmund Beer Soup Recipe
Overview:
๐ Total Time: 25 minutes
๐ฅ Servings: 4
๐ฝ๏ธ Yield: Not specified
Description:
This delightful recipe for Light Dortmund Beer Soup, also known as Dortmunder Bier Suppe, hails from the West German section of the “Choice Common Markets” cookbook, dating back to 1973. It’s a quick and easy soup that brings together the comforting flavors of beer, spices, and a touch of citrus.
Ingredients:
- 6-8 sugar lumps
- 1 lemon
- 1 lager beer
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 teaspoon cloves
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon cornflour
- 1/4 cup water (for blending with cornflour)
- 4 eggs, separated
- 1 tablespoon caster sugar
- Water (for poaching egg whites)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Lemon Zest: Begin by rubbing the sugar lumps over the surface of the lemon, extracting its aromatic zest.
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Boil the Beer: In a large pot, bring the lager beer to a gentle boil, infusing it with the flavors of 1 cinnamon stick, cloves, and the lemon zest-covered sugar lumps.
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Add Seasoning: Enhance the brew with a pinch of salt, balancing the flavors of the soup.
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Thicken the Soup: In a small bowl, blend the cornflour with 1/4 cup of water until smooth, then gradually add it to the simmering soup, stirring constantly until thickened to perfection.
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Incorporate Egg Yolks: Once the soup has achieved the desired consistency, reduce the heat to very low. After a brief pause, slowly whisk in the 4 beaten egg yolks, ensuring a smooth and velvety texture.
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Avoid Curdling: Be cautious not to let the soup reach a boil once the egg yolks have been added, as this may cause them to curdle.
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Prepare Snow Dumplings: While keeping the soup on a very slow simmer, prepare the “snow dumplings.” Whisk the egg whites with 1 tablespoon of caster sugar until they form stiff peaks, resembling fluffy snow.
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Poach Dumplings: In a separate pan of simmering water, carefully drop spoonfuls of the whipped egg whites, allowing them to set into delicate dumplings.
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Assemble: Once the snow dumplings are set, gently remove them from the water with a slotted spoon.
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Serve: Remove the cinnamon stick from the soup and ladle it into bowls. Place the “snow dumplings” on top of the soup and sprinkle them with a bit of cinnamon sugar for a final touch of sweetness.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 212.2
- Fat: 4.9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
- Sodium: 120.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 18.6g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 7.2g
- Protein: 7.7g
Tips:
- Use a light lager beer for a delicate flavor profile.
- Ensure the soup stays at a very low simmer when incorporating the egg yolks to prevent curdling.
- Whip the egg whites until they form stiff peaks to achieve perfectly fluffy snow dumplings.
- Serve the soup immediately to enjoy it at its best.
