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Slovak Sauerkraut Soup

Cultural Context

Originating from Slovakia, Kapustnica is a traditional soup often enjoyed during festive occasions, especially Christmas. This hearty dish reflects the Slovak love for preserving seasonal ingredients like sauerkraut, which adds a tangy depth to the broth. Today, variations abound, with each family adding their unique twist, making it a cherished comfort food across generations.

SlovakSKmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2.5 ounces beef cube
3 pieces spicy sausage
1 tablespoon avocado oil
1 medium onion, diced
2.5 pounds beef cubes
4 cups beef broth
796 milliliters sauerkraut
1 pound potatoes
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon ginger paste
1 teaspoon regular paprika
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
80 grams dried mushrooms
2 teaspoons Vegeta
3 bay leaves

smoked sausage

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken sausage reduces fat while pork shoulder is more affordable.

sauerkraut

🥗Healthier: homemade sauerkraut

💰Cheaper: cabbage + vinegar

Homemade is fresher and cheaper than store-bought.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Homemade broth is richer in flavor.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: black pepper

White pepper offers a similar flavor profile.

1

Cut 2.5 ounces of beef cube into small pieces.

2

Press 'Sauté' on high on the Instant Pot and add 1 tablespoon of avocado oil.

3

Add 1 medium diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes.

4

Add 2.5 pounds of beef cubes and sauté for 3-4 minutes.

5

Pour in 4 cups of beef broth (beef with red wine).

6

Add 796 milliliters of rinsed sauerkraut and mix.

7

Add roughly 1 pound of potatoes.

8

Add 1 tablespoon of kosher salt, 1 chopped garlic clove, 1 tablespoon of ginger paste, 1 teaspoon of regular paprika, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper. Mix well.

9

Add 80 grams of dried mushrooms and more beef broth if needed (total of 8 cups).

10

Add 2 teaspoons of Vegeta and 3 bay leaves.

11

Close the lid, press 'Pressure Cook' for 45 minutes, and start.

12

After 45 minutes, do a natural release for 10 minutes followed by a quick release.

13

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

Instant Pot

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

KapustnicaSlovenská kapustnica

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