Ukrainian sauerkraut soup, also known as kapustniak, is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. This traditional soup is made with sauerkraut, a fermented cabbage that gives it a tangy and sour flavor. Combined with a rich broth, vegetables, and meat, sauerkraut soup is a comforting and satisfying meal that is sure to warm you up from the inside out. Whether you are a fan of Ukrainian cuisine or simply looking for a new and exciting soup recipe, this article will provide you with all the information you need to create a delicious and authentic bowl of Ukrainian sauerkraut soup.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
SAUERKRAUT SOUP
Make and share this Sauerkraut Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mom2Rose
Categories German
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 , 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Rinse the sauerkraut in cold water and leave to drain.
- Place sauerkraut, onion, garlic and cold water in a large saucepan with seasoning.
- Bring to the boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, fry the chopped bacon in a deep frying pan until the fat starts to run.
- Stir in the paprika and mix into the sauerkraut mixture.
- Return to a gentle simmer for another 15 minutes then add the dill and sausage of your choice.
- Stir in the cream, check the seasoning and reheat until just on the point of boiling.
- Serve with rye bread.
SAUERKRAUT SOUP RECIPE (KAPUSTNYAK)
This sauerkraut soup is a most unusual and delicious soup. The sauerkraut gives it a lovely texture and zing and the bacon provides a subtle smokiness. It's hearty, filling and will warm your belly.
Provided by Natasha Kravchuk
Categories Easy/Medium
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat 1 Tbsp oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven. Add chopped bacon and sautee until browned then remove with a slotted spoon and reserve.
- Add finely chopped celery and onion. Saute until softened and golden (5 min).
- Add sliced carrots, potatoes, 1/4 cup quinoa (if using), 8 cups broth and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer 15 min.
- Add 2-3 cups of well rinsed and drained sauerkraut and half of cooked bacon (I keep some for garnish), white beans with their juice, and 1 bay leaf and continue to cook until potatoes are tender (about 10 min). Season soup to taste (I added 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper and 1/2 tsp Mrs Dash). Serve with fresh crusty bread.
POLISH SAUERKRAUT SOUP (KAPUSNIAK)
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Place ham hocks or ham bone and water in a Dutch oven or other large pot. Bring to a boil, skimming off foam. Add onion, bay leaf, peppercorns , and parsley. Return to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cook about 45 minutes, or until meat falls off the bones.
- Remove meat from broth, dice and return to the pot with barley, sauerkraut, and caraway seeds, if using. Return to a boil, reduce heat and simmer , uncovered, for an additional 45 minutes.
- If soup becomes too thick, add meat stock or water. If a more sour taste is desired, add some reserved kraut juice.
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf .
- Serve in heated bowls with hearty rye bread .
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 138 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 41 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 671 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 21 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
HOMEMADE SAUERKRAUT RECIPE (KVASHENAYA KAPUSTA)
Steps:
- Remove the outermost leaves of the cabbage, cut it into quarters and shred cabbage finely (use a mandolin to do this faster and discard the core.
- In a large silver bowl, place cabbage, carrots, 2 Tbsp sea salt and 1 Tbsp sugar and scrunch and knead it together really well for the juice to be released from the cabbage (4-5 min). You don't want it to be super juicy, just enough to cover the lettuce when you really pack it down in a jar.
- Scrunch it until juices start to come out.
- Fill a glass jar with the cabbage mixture and pack it in very tightly so that the juice from the cabbage covers the cabbage completely. You want a jar big enough to be filled only about 2/3 full so it has room to expand.
- Make a press over the top of the cabbage by pushing down with a plate (or the lid from a large sour cream container). Top with a small jar of water, a super clean rock or whatever else would make a good weight. Place the lid on the jar but do not tighten. Its a good idea to keep the bottle in the sink or over a dish since there is risk of it overflowing (this is also why we only fill it 2/3 full; it grows!). Let stand at room temp for 4 days or until sour. It will stop fermenting/rising when it's done.
- While it sits at room temperature, once each day: poke a few holes through the cabbage with the back of a wooden mixing spoon to release the gas that this process produces and pack the cabbage down tightly.
- After 4 days, refrigerate until ready to serve. Can be stored for a few weeks if kept very cold.
UKRAINIAN KOBASA KAPUSTA
This traditional Ukrainian recipe combines sauerkraut and turkey kobasa for an easy to make skillet dish. Can be used as a main course or side dish.
Provided by Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Categories Main Course Side Dish
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Remove the skin from the kobasa, and cut into bite sized pieces. Place in a bowl.
- Dice onion and place in a bowl.
- Crush fennel seed using a mortar and pestle.
- Drain and throughly rinse the sauerkraut using a colander. I like to use some boiling water for this.
- Heat a frying pan over medium heat, and add the oil.
- Add the onions and seasonings, and cook until browned (about 5 minutes).
- Add the cut up kobasa and cook until nicely browned (about 6-8 minutes).
- Add the drained and rinsed sauerkraut and cook until heated through (about 8-10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and place in a serving bowl. This is a great main course, or side dish.
- ENJOY!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 38 mg, Sodium 1599 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CABBAGE SOUP RECIPE
Light, healthy and filling, this cabbage soup recipe is guilt-free and incredibly comforting. The tender, bone-in meat is irresistible and crazy flavorful!
Provided by Natalya Drozhzhin
Categories Soup
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Clean and dice the potatoes into small pieces. Shred the cabbage and carrots.
- Rinse the meat under cold water. In a large soup pot, bring 4 quarts of water to boil. Add in the meat and the Better Than Bouillon Beef Base and cook for 30 minutes.
- Add in the potatoes and cabbage and simmer the soup for 10 minutes.
- Dice the onions and shred the carrots. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onions with a little bit of oil until golden brown. Add in the shredded carrots and cook for another 5 minutes. Add in the diced tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Remove the meat pieces from the soup and remove the bone. Add the meat back into the soup and toss the bones in the trash.
- Season to taste with salt. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 72 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
UKRAINIAN SAUERKRAUT SOUP (KAPUSNYAK)
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, place spareribs, water, chopped onion, garlic (if using), bay leaf , and peppercorns. Bring to a boil, skimming off the foam that rises to the surface.
- Reduce heat and simmer until the meat is ready to fall off the bones. You may need to add more water.
- Remove meat and, when cool enough to handle, chop into bite-size pieces. Reserve.
- To the Dutch oven with boiling liquid, add carrots, potatoes, mushrooms (along with strained soaking liquid if using dried mushrooms), and sauerkraut.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until sauerkraut is tender, about 30 minutes. Add more water, if necessary.
- Adjust the seasonings. Fork blend 2 tablespoons flour with 2 tablespoons sour cream. Temper this mixture with a few ladles of hot soup . Return the tempered sour cream to soup and whisk until well incorporated and the soup has thickened slightly.
- Return the meat to the soup, heat through and serve with fresh parsley or dill sprigs and rye bread on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 826 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 19 g, ServingSize 8 bowls (8 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of sauerkraut. There are many different types of sauerkraut available, each with its own unique flavor. Experiment with different kinds to find one that you like best.
- Rinse the sauerkraut before using. This will help to remove any excess salt or vinegar.
- Add other vegetables to the soup. Carrots, potatoes, and onions are all popular additions to sauerkraut soup. You can also add other vegetables that you like, such as celery, peppers, or tomatoes.
- Use a good quality broth. The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality one. You can use chicken broth, beef broth, or vegetable broth.
- Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a bit of sour cream or yogurt for a tangy flavor.
- Serve the soup hot. Sauerkraut soup is best served hot, with a side of bread or crackers.
Conclusion:
Sauerkraut soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a comforting and flavorful soup, give sauerkraut soup a try.
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