Sauerkraut Soup Recipe (Kapustnyak) Recipe
A comforting and hearty sauerkraut soup, known as Kapustnyak, that blends the tangy flavor of sauerkraut with savory bacon and vegetables in a rich broth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Eastern European
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Bacon Base:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 oz bacon, chopped
Veggies and More:
- 1 stick celery, finely diced
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
- 3 medium potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and sliced into 1/3″ thick pieces
- 1/4 cup quinoa, rinsed (optional)
- 2–3 cups sauerkraut, well-rinsed and drained (about 2 lbs)
- 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups water (or to taste)
- 1 (15 oz) can white beans (or homemade beans)
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt, pepper, and Mrs. Dash seasoning, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Bacon Base: Heat olive oil in a large pot, cook bacon until browned, then set aside.
- Cook the Vegetables: Sauté celery and onion in the pot until softened and golden.
- Add Carrots and Potatoes: Stir in carrots, potatoes, and quinoa. Pour in chicken broth and water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
- Combine Sauerkraut and Beans: Add sauerkraut, half of the cooked bacon, white beans, and bay leaf. Simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt, pepper, and Mrs. Dash. Adjust seasoning to taste and garnish with remaining bacon before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Sauerkraut Soup, Kapustnyak, Bacon Soup
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