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Kielbasa Cabbage Pasta

Cultural Context

Kielbasa Cabbage Pasta is a comforting dish rooted in Polish cuisine, reflecting the hearty meals that sustain families during cold winters. This dish combines the smoky flavor of kielbasa with the sweetness of cabbage, showcasing the use of simple, accessible ingredients. Today, it has found its way into various kitchens around the world, often adapted with different types of sausages and pasta, making it a versatile favorite for busy weeknights.

PolishPLmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 large onion
1.25 pounds kielbasa
2 cups chicken stock
0.5 cup sour cream
0.25 cup lard
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons paprika
0.5 teaspoon ground allspice
1.5 cups sauerkraut
1 pound shredded cabbage
corkcrew Italian pasta

kielbasa

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Turkey sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

pasta

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: pasta made from alternative grains

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber and nutrients.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is heart-healthy.

1

Slice the onion and kielbasa.

2

Melt 60g of lard in a 14-inch hard anodized pan over medium heat.

3

Add sliced kielbasa to the pan and cook until browned, about 5 minutes, moving them around for even browning.

4

Remove kielbasa from the pan, leaving the fat behind.

5

Add sliced onion and butter to the pan, cooking until golden and soft, about 5 minutes.

6

Add shredded cabbage to the pan and cook for 10 minutes until it reduces in size.

7

Incorporate sauerkraut and chicken stock, stirring to combine.

8

Add cooked corkscrew pasta and mix well.

9

Stir in sour cream before serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

14-inch hard anodized panslotted spoon

Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Kielbasa and Cabbage PastaPolish Cabbage Pasta

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