Slovak Sauerkraut Soup - Kapustnica
Kapustnica is a traditional Slovak soup made primarily from sauerkraut.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Sauerkraut
- 1 Large Onion finely chopped
- 2 Garlic Cloves minced
- 2 Medium Potatoes diced
- 1 Smoked Sausage (such as kielbasa) sliced
- 1/2 lb Smoked Pork cubed or sliced
- 2 Bay leaves
- 1 tsp Caraway Seeds
- 1 tsp Paprika
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 6 cups Broth or Water
- Optional ingredients for different flavor combinations dried mushrooms (soaked and chopped), prunes, apple
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Optionally rinse the sauerkraut if it’s too sour for your taste and chop it into smaller pieces if needed.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the large pot, add a bit of oil if needed and sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add Sausage and Pork: Add sliced smoked sausage and smoked pork and let it brown.
- Add Potatoes: Stir in the diced potatoes and cook for a few more minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the sauerkraut, bay leaves, caraway seeds, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour in the water or broth.
- Add Additional Ingredients: (Optional)If you want to experiment with different flavors add 1 Cup (240ml) of dried mushrooms (soaked and chopped) or 6-8 prunes or 1-2 apples.
- Simmer: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Final Touches: Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Serving:
- Serve hot with a slice fresh of bread.
Notes
Balance the Sourness: If the sauerkraut is too sour, you can rinse it before adding it to the soup or optionally balance the flavor with a bit of sugar or sweet ingredients like prunes.
Nutrition
Calories: 381kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 26gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 74mgSodium: 2398mgPotassium: 1142mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 278IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 95mgIron: 4mg