World Flavors Cookbook

Maizes Zupa (Rye Bread Soup)

Name: Maizes Zupa (Rye Bread Soup)
Cook time: 30 min
Cuisine: Latvia
Ingredients: 200g dark rye bread, toasted and crumbled 1L water 100g sugar 100g dried fruits (apricots, raisins, cranberries) 1 tsp cinnamon Whipped cream for serving

A unique Latvian dessert made from toasted rye bread, dried fruits, and spices, served with whipped cream.

Cuisine: Latvia

Ingredients

200g dark rye bread, toasted and crumbled 1L water 100g sugar 100g dried fruits (apricots, raisins, cranberries) 1 tsp cinnamon Whipped cream for serving

Instructions

1. Soak the toasted rye bread crumbles in hot water for 30 minutes. 2. Pass the bread mixture through a sieve or blend it until smooth. 3. Add sugar, dried fruits, and cinnamon to the bread liquid. 4. Simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes until it thickens slightly. 5. Let it cool completely and then chill in the refrigerator. 6. Serve cold in bowls, topped with a generous amount of sweetened whipped cream.