Recipe German Sauerkraut Soup Recipe

smoked sausage

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Chicken sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Homemade broth enhances flavor without additives.

sauerkraut

🥗Healthier: fermented cabbage

💰Cheaper: canned cabbage

Canned cabbage is more accessible and less expensive.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen potatoes

Sweet potatoes add nutrients while frozen options save time.

In a large pot, combine 3 quarts of water and add pork spareribs.

Bring to a boil and cook until the ribs are tender.

Add diced potatoes, chopped carrots, and chopped onion; cook until softened.

Stir in rinsed sauerkraut, sliced smoked sausage, and diced bacon.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Simmer for an additional 30 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens