Hangover Soup (Lithuanian) Recipe

Name: Hangover Soup (Lithuanian)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 14 lb bacon, diced; 2 small onions, chopped; 2 medium carrots, shredded; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 lb sauerkraut; 6 cups water; 2 -4 tablespoons sugar; salt; freshly ground pepper; creme fraiche or sour cream

Servings: persons

14 lb bacon, diced
2 small onions, chopped
2 medium carrots, shredded
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 lb sauerkraut
6 cups water
2 -4 tablespoons sugar
salt
freshly ground pepper
creme fraiche or sour cream

1
Heat a heavy pot and start frying the bacon.
2
Once some of the bacon fat melts off, add the onions and saute for 3 to 5 minutes, until the onions soften.
3
Add the carrots and saute for another 3 minutes.
4
Add the tomato paste and saute for 30 seconds.
5
Then add the water and the sauerkraut, bring to a boil,.
6
Add the sugar, starting with 2 tbl - how much you add will depend on how tart your sauerkraut is and how sweet the tomato paste.
7
You are looking for a balanced sweet-and-sour taste.
8
Simmer for 30-50 minutes.
9
Taste and add additional sugar, if necessary, plus salt and pepper (it may be salty enough from the sauerkraut).
10
Simmer an additional 10 minutes.
11
Top each serving with a tablespoon or so of creme fraiche.
12
I would serve with hot boiled potatoes or rye bread.

8812

kcal

Calories

667

Fat

Carbs

588

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 14 lb bacon, diced, 2 small onions, chopped, 2 medium carrots, shredded, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, and more.

Yes, Hangover Soup (Lithuanian) 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.

Hangover Soup (Lithuanian)

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