Sweet and Sour Cabbage Soup

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Homemade stock is healthier, while bouillon cubes are cost-effective.

apple cider vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Lemon juice provides a fresh flavor, while white vinegar is less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is a budget-friendly option.

Heat 1 tablespoon of canola oil in a large pot over medium to medium low heat.

Add shredded cabbage and wilt it down, testing for tenderness as it cooks.

Add 4 cups of tomato juice and 4 cups of chicken stock; stir to combine.

Increase heat to high to bring the mixture to a boil.

Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer.

Add 1 cup of raisins to the pot.

Stir in 1/3 cup of sugar, adjusting to taste later if needed.

Add 1/4 cup of red wine vinegar and 2 teaspoons of lemon juice.

Season with 1/2 teaspoon to 1 teaspoon of black pepper.

Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 30 minutes to develop flavors.

After 30 minutes, check the consistency and flavor; adjust sweetness or sourness if needed.

Serve with a dollop of low-fat or fat-free sour cream on top.

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