Summer okroshka

Steps7

1. 1

   Step 1. Grate the cucumbers

   Grate 3 cucumbers on a coarse grater into a large bowl.

2. 2

   Step 2. Chop the green onion

   Slice the green onion (2–3 stalks) and add to the bowl.

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   Step 3. Grate the radishes

   Grate 9–10 medium radishes on a coarse grater and add to the bowl.

4. 4

   Step 4. Prepare the eggs

   Peel 3 hard-boiled eggs and grate them on a coarse grater into the bowl.

   Eggs should be boiled ahead of time and cooled.
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   Step 5. Mix the vegetables

   Combine all the grated and chopped ingredients: cucumbers, radishes, eggs, green onion, and dill. Mix well.

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   Step 6. Add the base

   Pour 500 ml ayran into the bowl. Add 1 tbsp sour cream, optional ½ tsp mustard, and salt to taste. Stir everything together.

   Ayran can be replaced with kvass or kefir mixed with sparkling water for a different flavor.
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   Step 7. Chill and serve

   Refrigerate the okroshka until well chilled. Serve cold, optionally with fried potatoes on the side.

   Traditionally served with fried potatoes for a perfect summer meal.