Authentic Russian Cabbage Soup Recipe

Name: Authentic Russian Cabbage Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs beef; 1 12 lbs sauerkraut; 3 ounces dried mushrooms; ½ cup pickled mushroom (optional); 12 carrot, shredded; 1 potato, cubed; 1 onion, chopped; ½ cup chopped celery root; ½ cup celery, chopped (and leaf); 1 teaspoon chopped dill; 3 bay leaves; 4 cloves garlic, diced; 1 teaspoon sunflower oil; 1 teaspoon heavy cream; ½ cup sour cream; 8 peppercorns; 1 teaspoon marjoram

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs beef
1 12 lbs sauerkraut
3 ounces dried mushrooms
½ cup pickled mushroom (optional)
12 carrot, shredded
1 potato, cubed
1 onion, chopped
½ cup chopped celery root
½ cup celery, chopped (and leaf)
1 teaspoon chopped dill
3 bay leaves
4 cloves garlic, diced
1 teaspoon sunflower oil
1 teaspoon heavy cream
½ cup sour cream
8 peppercorns
1 teaspoon marjoram

1
Boil the beef with 1/2 of the onions, carrots and celery in 2 liters of water for 2 hours.
2
After 1 hour salt to taste.
3
Drain the broth-reserve-and cut the beef into 1 inch cubes-set aside In a large ovenproof bowl pour 1 liter boiling water over the sauerkraut, add the oil and cream, cover the bowl and place it in the oven at medium heat for 30 minutes or until the sauerkraut is soft.
4
Put the mushrooms and spuds into a saucepan and add 2 cups cold water and boil until the mushrooms and spuds are tender.
5
Remove the mushrooms and sliver.
6
Mix all the ingredients together-except sour cream-taste and salt.
7
Boil for 20 minutes, remove from heat, cover witha towel and let stand 20 minutes.
8
Offer pickled mushrooms and sour cream at the table.

372

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs beef, 1 12 lbs sauerkraut, 3 ounces dried mushrooms, ½ cup pickled mushroom (optional), and more.

Yes, Authentic Russian Cabbage Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Authentic Russian Cabbage Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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