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Kapusniak

Kapusniak is a hearty and budget-friendly soup made with sauerkraut, vegetables, and pork. It's the perfect warm and cozy bowl for winter!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 15 mins
Total Time
1 hr 30 mins
Servings: 10 1.5 cups each
Calories: 327 kcal
Course: Soup , Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: Ukrainian

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. pork short ribs or pork side ribs $5.98
  • 12 cups water $0.00
  • 3 bay leaves $0.45
  • 2 lices bacon* $0.80
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped $0.37
  • 2 large carrots, chopped $0.29
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed (2" cubes) $1.19
  • 4 cups sauerkraut (or one 28oz. jar) $1.74
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste) $0.05
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper $0.03
  • 1 Tbsp fresh dill (optional) $0.27

Instructions

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  1. In a large pot, add the pork ribs, water, and bay leaves. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 45 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, preheat a large skillet over medium heat and saute the bacon for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the onions and carrots, and saute for another 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set the bacon and vegetables aside.
  3. Remove the pork ribs from the pot, place them on a plate, and set them aside. Add the sauteed veggies, potatoes, garlic, sauerkraut, salt, and pepper to the pot with the broth. Bring to a boil and then cook on low heat covered for 20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Meanwhile, cut the cooled meat into small pieces. Add the chopped meat to the soup, stir, discard the bay leaves and adjust the salt to taste.
  5. Serve the soup hot with a dollop of sour cream and a slice of rye bread or baguette for dipping.

Notes

  • *If you do not have bacon, you can use 1 Tbsp olive oil to cook the vegetables.
  • *Store the soup in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1.5cups Calories 327kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 22g (44%) Fat 13g (20%) Sodium 728mg (30%) Fiber 6g (24%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 101.5 cups each

Amount Per Serving

Calories 327

% Daily Value*

Serving 1.5cups
Calories 327kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 22g 44%
Fat 13g 20%
Sodium 728mg 30%
Fiber 6g 24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.