Rosol

Rosol

Rosol (ROH-soow)

Polish Chicken Broth

Prep Time 3 hours
📈 Difficulty Easy
👥 Servings
8
🔥 Calories 174 kcal

A crystal-clear, golden chicken broth with fine egg noodles — the essential first course of every Polish Sunday dinner and holiday feast.

Nutrition & Info

180 kcal per serving
Protein 12.0g
Carbs 18.0g
Fat 6.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ gluten ⚠ eggs

Equipment Needed

large stockpot fine mesh strainer ladle

Presentation Guide

Vessel: deep soup bowl

Garnishes: fresh dill, parsley

Accompaniments: egg noodles

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place chicken in a large pot, cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, skim foam thoroughly.

  2. 2

    Add carrots, parsnips, celery root, onion, leek, allspice, and bay leaves. Simmer gently for 2.5 hours.

  3. 3

    Remove chicken and vegetables. Strain broth through a fine sieve for clarity.

  4. 4

    Cook egg noodles separately according to package directions. Drain.

  5. 5

    Slice carrots and parsnips into coins, return to broth.

  6. 6

    Serve broth with noodles and vegetables, garnished with fresh dill and parsley.

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Did You Know?

Polish grandmothers judge each other by the clarity of their rosol — a cloudy broth is considered a sign of carelessness in the kitchen.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • large stockpot
  • fine mesh strainer
  • ladle

Garnishing

fresh dill, parsley

Accompaniments

egg noodles

The Story Behind Rosol

Rosol has been the cornerstone of Polish Sunday dinner for centuries. Its preparation is a ritualistic process, passed down through generations of Polish home cooks who consider the clarity and depth of their broth a point of family pride.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed sunday lunch first course 📜 Origins: Medieval

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