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Kapusniak

Kapusniak

A hearty Ukrainian kapusniak made with pork broth, sauerkraut and millet — a thick, slightly tangy soup that tastes even better after it sits for a while.

Time90 min
Servings6
Calories360 kcal
LevelMedium

Ingredients

  • pork400 g
  • sauerkraut300 g
  • millet80 g
  • potato3 pcs
  • onion1 pcs
  • carrot1 pcs
  • tomato paste1 tbsp
  • sunflower oil2 tbsp
  • bay leaf2 leaf
  • salt1 to taste
  • ground black pepper1 to taste
  • fresh dill1 to taste
  • sour cream100 g
  • water2500 ml

Instructions

1

Put the pork in a pot, add 2.5 L of cold water, bring to a boil, skim off the foam, and simmer over low heat for 40 minutes until tender. Remove the meat, cut it into pieces, and return it to the broth.

2

Rinse the millet several times until the water runs clear, add it to the broth, and cook for 10 minutes.

3

Dice the potatoes, add them to the soup, and cook for another 10-12 minutes until half-done.

4

Finely chop the sauerkraut (rinse it lightly first if it's too sour), add it to the soup along with the bay leaf, and cook for 10 minutes.

5

In oil, sauté the finely chopped onion and grated carrot until soft, add the tomato paste, and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring. Transfer the sautéed vegetables into the soup.

6

Season with salt and pepper to taste and cook for another 5 minutes, until the potatoes are fully tender.

7

Remove the pot from the heat, cover with a lid, and let the kapusniak rest for 15-20 minutes.

8

Serve hot, sprinkled with fresh dill, with sour cream on the side.