Sweet-and-Sour Cabbage and Bread Stew Recipe

Name: Sweet-and-Sour Cabbage and Bread Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 to 4 cups cubed (about 1 inch) Italian or sourdough bread; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 large onions, quartered and thinly sliced; 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced; 5 cups water; 2 large carrots, peeled and diced; 2 large or 3 medium potatoes, diced; 4 cups coarsely shredded green cabbage; 1 medium green or red bell pepper, diced; One 16-ounce can salt-free diced or stewed tomatoes, undrained; 1/4 cup dry red wine; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 3 tablespoons lemon juice, or to taste; 3 tablespoons natural granulated sugar; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Servings: persons

3 to 4 cups cubed (about 1 inch) Italian or sourdough bread
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large onions, quartered and thinly sliced
3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
5 cups water
2 large carrots, peeled and diced
2 large or 3 medium potatoes, diced
4 cups coarsely shredded green cabbage
1 medium green or red bell pepper, diced
One 16-ounce can salt-free diced or stewed tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup dry red wine
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
3 tablespoons lemon juice, or to taste
3 tablespoons natural granulated sugar
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

1
Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.
2
Spread the bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake until golden and crisp, about 12 to 15 minutes.
3
Remove from the oven and set aside.
4
Heat the oil in a large soup pot.
5
Add the onions and garlic and saute over medium heat until golden, about 10 minutes.
6
Add the water, carrots, potatoes, cabbage, bell pepper, tomatoes, wine, paprika, and cumin.
7
Bring to a rapid simmer, then lower the heat.
8
Cover and simmer gently for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
9
Stir in the lemon juice and sugar.
10
There should be a subtle sweet-sour balance.
11
If youd like it to be more pronounced, add more lemon juice and/or sugar to your liking.
12
Season with salt and pepper, then simmer over very low heat for 10 minutes longer.
13
If time allows, let the stew stand off the heat for an hour or two, then heat through before serving.
14
When ready to serve, divide the bread cubes among the serving bowls and ladle the stew over them.
15
The bread will absorb much of the liquid and add a tasty, textural element to the stew.
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Per serving:
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Calories: 231
18
Total fat: 6g
19
Protein: 6g
20
Fiber: 6g
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Carbohydrate: 43g
22
Cholesterol: 0mg
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Sodium: 114mg

316

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 to 4 cups cubed (about 1 inch) Italian or sourdough bread, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 large onions, quartered and thinly sliced, 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Sweet-and-Sour Cabbage and Bread Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sweet-and-Sour Cabbage and Bread Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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