Vegetarian Sweet And Sour Cabbage Soup Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Sweet And Sour Cabbage Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 1 cup finely chopped onion; 6 cups vegetable broth; 1 cup peeled thinly sliced carrot; 1 (28 ounce) can plum tomatoes in puree; 1 cup tomato paste; 1/2 cup tomato ketchup; 1/4 - 1/2 cup dark brown sugar (to taste or can omit); 1 bay leaf; 1/2 cup lemon juice; 3 lbs cabbage, sliced into 1/4-inch-wide ribbons; 1/2 cup golden raisin; sour cream (can use vegan) or Greek yogurt (can use vegan)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 cup finely chopped onion
6 cups vegetable broth
1 cup peeled thinly sliced carrot
1 (28 ounce) can plum tomatoes in puree
1 cup tomato paste
1/2 cup tomato ketchup
1/4 - 1/2 cup dark brown sugar (to taste or can omit)
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup lemon juice
3 lbs cabbage, sliced into 1/4-inch-wide ribbons
1/2 cup golden raisin
sour cream (can use vegan) or Greek yogurt (can use vegan)

1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; add garlic and cook until soft.
2
Add the onion and saute until transluscent.
3
Add 3 c vegetable broth, carrots, tomatoes and puree, tomato paste, ketchup, sugar and the bay leaf.
4
Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
5
Crush the whole tomatoes and continue to simmer until carrots are tender (10 more minutes).
6
Discard bay leaf and, using an immersion blender, blend until slightly chunky (this step is not necessary, texture is good).
7
Add lemon juice and cabbage and remaining 3 cups vegetable broth (there will be a LOT of cabbage, but it will cook down).
8
Again, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the cabbage is done however you like it (1 hour for al dente,2 hours for soft, or anywhere in between).
9
Add 3-6 cups water, until the soup reaches your desired consistency.
10
Add the raisins 10 minutes before serving.
11
Season with salt and pepper.
12
Serve with sour cream.

226

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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

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: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons minced garlic, 1 cup finely chopped onion, 6 cups vegetable broth, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vegetarian Sweet And Sour Cabbage Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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