Maramureș Potato Soup with Smoked Pork
Zamă de picioici is one of the best-loved traditional soups of Maramureș. Made with smoked pork, root vegetables, and potatoes, then enriched with sour cream and egg yolks, it is rich, creamy, and comforting. Fresh garlic and parsley added at the end give the soup its distinctive regional flavor, making it a favorite throughout the year, especially during the colder months.
Servings
6
Prep
20 min
Cook
45 min
Total
1 h 5 min
🥘Ingredients
servings
✅Dietary Compatibility
Yield
6 servings
📦Storage
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in a sealed container
Freezer
Not recommended after the cream has been added
🥗Nutrition Facts
Values per serving (approx. 450 ml)
Calories
340 kcal
Protein
15 g
Fat
24 g
Carbohydrates
18 g
Fiber
3 g
🍷Pairs Well With
💡Variations
Some villages add a little fresh dill along with the parsley.
The smoked pork belly can be replaced with smoked ham hock or smoked bacon.
For a slightly tangy flavor, a little fermented bran (borș) or sauerkraut juice can be added before serving.