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Sour Cream Sauce (Smetankovyi Sous)

Ukrainian · Sauce

A rich, creamy Eastern European staple featuring velvety sour cream, pungent garlic, and fresh dill. Perfectly balances dumplings, roasted meats, and vegetables.

No cookVegetarianGluten free
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10 minFrom prep to plate
Prep time10 min
Cook timeNo cook
Servings4 people
DifficultyEasy
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How to make it

5 steps. Take it one step at a time.

  1. Peel and mince the garlic cloves

    Peel and mince the garlic cloves until very fine or press them through a garlic press.

  2. Finely chop the fresh dill, removing any large, woody stems

    Finely chop the fresh dill, removing any large, woody stems.

  3. Combine the sour cream, minced garlic, and chopped dill

    In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, minced garlic, and chopped dill.

  4. Season with salt and black pepper

    Season with salt and black pepper. Stir in the lemon juice if using for a brighter flavor profile.

  5. Stir everything thoroughly

    Stir everything thoroughly until smooth and well integrated. Serve immediately or chill.

A little kitchen wisdom

Traditional Eastern European sour cream (Smetana) often has a higher fat content (20% or more), providing a thicker consistency and richer flavor. For the best result, let it sit in the fridge for 15 minutes before serving.

What you'll need

Mixing bowlGarlic pressKnifeCutting board
Keep the good going

For now. And for later.

Make it ahead

Can be prepared up to 12 hours in advance. Stir well before serving as liquid might slightly separate.

Store & enjoy

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Do not freeze as the sour cream texture will break. Serve cold. Do not reheat.

Allergens

Contains milk.

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Sour Cream Sauce (Smetankovyi Sous)
Step 1 of 5

Peel and mince the garlic cloves

Peel and mince the garlic cloves until very fine or press them through a garlic press.