Sweet And Sour Cabbage Soup Recipe

Name: Sweet And Sour Cabbage Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 6 cups finely sliced red cabbage; 1 cup plum tomato, chopped & drained (can); 6 cups chicken stock; salt; ground fresh black pepper, to taste; 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley; sour cream, as accompaniment; finely chopped fresh chives, accompaniment

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
6 cups finely sliced red cabbage
1 cup plum tomato, chopped & drained (can)
6 cups chicken stock
salt
ground fresh black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
sour cream, as accompaniment
finely chopped fresh chives, accompaniment

1
In a large pot heat olive oil over moderate heat and cook the onions until translucent.
2
Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes and cook, stirring for 1 minute.
3
Stir in the balsamic vinegar and the brown sugar and bring to a simmer.
4
Add the cabbage and stir to combine.
5
Add the tomatoes and the chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
6
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
7
Simmer the soup uncovered, for 30-40 minutes until the cabbage is very tender.
8
Taste soup and adjust seasoning with a bit more balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, salt &/or pepper.
9
Stir in parsley.
10
Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream and fresh chives.

826

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

116

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.
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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Sweet And Sour 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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Sweet And Sour Cabbage Soup

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