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Romanian Leek Soup – Vegan Ciorbă de Praz de Post with Fresh Chives
Romania – A Country of Hearty Soups and Culinary TraditionsRomanian cuisine is shaped by regional traditions, seasonal vegetables and influences from the Balkans, Central Europe and the Ottoman world. Soups are an important part of everyday food culture, particularly ciorbă, a family of soups known for their pleasantly tangy flavour. Fresh herbs such as lovage and parsley, root vegetables and homemade vegetable broths give these dishes their distinctive character. Orthodox Christian fasting traditions have also influenced Romanian cooking, inspiring a rich variety of naturally plant-based dishes. What Is Ciorbă de Praz de Post?Ciorbă de praz de post is a Romanian fasting-style leek soup. The word "praz" means leek, while "de post" indicates a dish prepared according to religious fasting traditions, generally without meat, dairy products or eggs. Traditional versions combine tender leeks, root vegetables, vegetable broth and fresh herbs, often finished with a pleasantly sour note. My Via Veggie Vegan version uses lemon juice, a little plant-based sour cream for creaminess and fresh chives for a colourful finish. The soup is entirely plant-based and inspired by Romania's tradition of simple, nourishing fasting dishes.