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Creamy squash stew with dill and sour cream, served with a crusty roll.
Creamy squash stew with sour cream and fresh dill.

Creamy Summer Squash with Dill and Sour Cream

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses
This isn't just a side dish; it's the essence of summer. The secret lies in balancing acidity with sweetness and preserving the texture of the squash: it shouldn't be mushy. The strands should remain tender-crisp. Fresh dill and silky sour cream complete this refreshing dish, best served lukewarm on hot days.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 25 mins
⌛ Total Time 45 mins
🍽️ Servings 5 servings
🔥 Calories 240 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large pot
  • Box grater (coarse side)
  • Small bowl for tempering
  • Whisk

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Peel the squash, remove seeds, and shred coarsely. Sprinkle lightly with salt and let stand for 10 minutes.

Tip: Salting helps soften the fibers and draw out excess moisture.
2 ✓

Finely mince the onion. Sauté it in a pot with a little water or fat until translucent.

Tip: The onion provides the base flavor but should cook down completely for a silky texture.
3 ✓

Squeeze the squash gently and add it to the onion. Sprinkle with half the dill and cover with just enough water to submerge. Season with sugar and pepper.

Tip: Sugar enhances the natural sweetness of the squash; don't skip it!
4 ✓

Simmer covered for about 15 minutes until tender but still holding shape.

Tip: Avoid overcooking; the squash should be 'al dente' before thickening.
5 ✓

Make the thickener: whisk the sour cream with the flour until smooth. Temper it by mixing in a ladle of hot cooking liquid, then pour it back into the pot.

Tip: Tempering prevents the sour cream from curdling due to the sudden heat.
6 ✓

Simmer for 1-2 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat, then stir in the vinegar and the remaining fresh dill.

Tip: Always add vinegar at the end; acid can prevent vegetables from softening if added too early.

Recipe FAQ

Why is it too watery?
Squash releases a lot of water. Simmer it a bit longer before adding the thickener, or use slightly more flour.
When should I add the dill?
Add most of the dill at the very end to preserve its fresh aroma.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Summer Squash or Zucchini (peeled and shredded)
  • 1 1/4 cups Sour Cream
  • 2 heaping tbsp All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 large bunch fresh dill
  • 1-2 tbsp white vinegar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 pinch white pepper
  • 1 medium yellow onion
  • 1 tsp Paprika (optional, for color)