Best 6 Polish Kielbasa And Cabbage Soup Recipes

Polish kielbasa and cabbage soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is made with a variety of ingredients, including kielbasa, cabbage, potatoes, carrots, onions, garlic, and spices. The soup is typically simmered for several hours, allowing the flavors to meld together and create a rich and satisfying broth. It is often served with a side of bread or dumplings. Polish kielbasa and cabbage soup is a popular dish in Poland and is also enjoyed in many other countries.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

KIELBASA CABBAGE SOUP

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Cabbage is plentiful in upstate New York. This is a very hearty soup that will warm up any chilled body. During winter, I like to keep it simmering on the woodstove all day.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h45m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 small head cabbage, coarsely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
4 to 6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups water
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 to 2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, halved, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 large carrots, chopped
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, saute the cabbage, onion and garlic in oil for 5 minutes or until tender. Combine the water, vinegar and brown sugar; add to cabbage mixture. , Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 60-70 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 511mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

KIELBASA, POTATO AND CABBAGE SOUP

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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1 1/4 pounds (1 ring) kielbasa, 1-inch dice
1 pound (1 large or 2 medium) starchy potato, such as russet, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon paprika, 1 scant palmful
1/2 tablespoon coriander, half a palmful
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
2 carrots, chopped
2 ribs celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 onion, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 head savoy cabbage, chopped
A few grates nutmeg
1 cup lager beer, room temp
4 cups chicken stock
2 cups tomato passata or puree
1/2 cup creme fraiche
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried
Handful fresh parsley leaves, chopped
1/2 lemon, juiced

Steps:

Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the kielbasa and brown. Remove the kielbasa to a paper towel-lined plate. Add the potatoes, paprika, coriander, allspice, carrots, celery, garlic, onions and some salt and pepper. Cook, partially covered, 5 to 6 minutes. Then wilt in the cabbage and season with a little nutmeg. Deglaze the pan with the beer. Add the stock and passata, then slide the kielbasa back in the pot and simmer to combine flavors, 15 minutes. Cool and store for a make-ahead meal. Reheat over medium heat. Finish the soup with the creme fraiche, herbs and lemon juice; serve in shallow bowls.

POLISH SAUSAGE (KIELBASA) SOUP

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You can use from 1-3 pounds of sausage depending on your tastes. I love dipping buttered rye bread in the soup - must be my Polish genes.

Provided by Lorac

Categories Pork

Time 2h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 lbs lean fresh kielbasa or 1 1/2 lbs smoked kielbasa, sliced
1 cup chopped onion
2 cups chopped celery
4 cups shredded cabbage
2 cups sliced carrots
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons white vinegar
3 cups beef broth
2 cups water
3 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
salt and pepper
chopped fresh dill (optional)

Steps:

Melt butter in a large skillet, add sausage, onions and celery, and cook over medium heat until sausage are lightly browned.
Pour mixture into a soup pot and add remaining ingredients except for potatoes.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1 hour.
Add potatoes and cook until potatoes are tender.
Season with salt and pepper and garnish with dill, if desired.

KIELBASA AND CABBAGE SOUP

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Provided by Kemp Minifie

Categories Kid-Friendly Dinner Lunch Sausage Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Small Plates

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 large red potatoes
Salt
2 medium onions, chopped
2 tablespoons rendered bacon fat, lard, or butter
3 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 1/2 cups beef stock or low-sodium broth
14 ounces smoked kielbasa, halved lengthwise and cut into 3/4" pieces
1 pound savoy cabbage (about 1/2 medium), chopped
3 medium carrots, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2" pieces
2 celery stalks, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2" pieces
Sour cream
Chopped dill

Steps:

Generously cover potatoes with water in a large saucepan and season well with salt. Bring to a boil, partially covered, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, 30-40 minutes. Drain and cool until warm, then peel. Keep warm, covered.
Cook onions in fat with 1/4 teaspoon salt in a heavy 5-6-quart pot over medium-low heat, covered, stirring occasionally, until beginning to brown. Add garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
Add stock, 1 1/2 cups water, kielbasa, cabbage, carrots, and celery and simmer, partially covered, until vegetables are tender, 15-20 minutes.
Halve or quarter potatoes and put 1 or 2 pieces in each bowl. Ladle soup over potato and top with a dollop of sour cream and some dill.

KIELBASA AND CABBAGE

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This smoked Polish sausage dish is great for company, but quick enough for a weeknight! It is super good and easy, and can be prepared well in advance. Complete your meal by adding a baked potato, fruit salad, and bread.

Provided by KITKATY

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Eastern European Polish

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

6 slices bacon
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 onion, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon seasoning salt
3 teaspoons caraway seed
1 large head cabbage, cut into small wedges
1 pound Polish kielbasa

Steps:

In a large skillet, fry bacon over medium high heat until browned, turning once. Remove bacon from pan, reserving drippings, and place on paper towels.
Stir water, sugar, onions, garlic, red pepper flakes, seasoned salt, and caraway seeds into drippings. Add cabbage, and gently stir. Cover, and cook over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes.
Add kielbasa to the pan. Cook, covered, for an additional 10 to 15 minutes. Crumble bacon over top, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 63.1 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 951.7 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

POLISH KIELBASA AND CABBAGE SOUP

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We made this soup last night, had some fresh cabbage from our CSA. It was very tasty. My husband loved kielbasa, no matter how it is fixed. Throw a little hot sauce in, YUMMY.

Provided by Missy Wimpelberg @MWimpelberg

Categories Other Soups

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 pound(s) polish kielbasa, sliced in 1/4 in rounds
2 cup(s) onions, sliced thinly
4 cup(s) green cabbage, shredded
1 tablespoon(s) fresh garlic, minced
6 cup(s) vegetable stock
2 cup(s) potatoes, peeled and diced
1 teaspoon(s) salt
1/2 teaspoon(s) pepper

Steps:

Saute kielbasa in a large soup pot-over medium heat for 5 minutes. Remove kielbasa and set aside.
Add onion and cabbage and saute for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garlic and saute for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Add vegetable stock, potatoes, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes.

Tips:

Choose a good quality kielbasa. Look for one that is made with fresh pork and has a nice smoky flavor.
Don't overcook the cabbage. You want it to be tender, but still have a bit of a crunch.
Add some fresh herbs to the soup for extra flavor. Dill, parsley, and thyme are all good choices.
Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or rolls.

Conclusion:

Polish kielbasa and cabbage soup is a hearty, flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a comforting and delicious soup, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!