Description
Hearty Polish cabbage soup dances with robust flavors, warming hearts from Warsaw’s bustling kitchens. Comforting ingredients meld together, creating a nourishing bowl that connects you to generations of culinary tradition.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 1/2 head of cabbage, chopped
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Canned/Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 (14-ounce / 400 grams) can diced tomatoes
- 4–6 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
- Cracked black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious cooking vessel over moderate heat, creating a fragrant base for the soup.
- Introduce diced onion, carrot, and celery into the pot, gently sautéing until the vegetables soften and release their aromatic essence, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Incorporate minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, and salt, stirring vigorously to awaken the herb’s intense flavors and create a robust foundation.
- Allow the herb-infused mixture to bloom for a brief moment, ensuring the garlic becomes translucent and the spices distribute evenly.
- Cascade chopped cabbage, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth into the pot, creating a vibrant and hearty liquid landscape.
- Thoroughly mix the ingredients, bringing the liquid to a vigorous boil before reducing to a gentle simmer that allows the cabbage to tenderize and flavors to harmonize.
- Let the soup simmer for 10-15 minutes, monitoring the cabbage’s texture and ensuring it becomes perfectly soft yet retains a subtle crispness.
- In the final moments of cooking, brighten the soup with a splash of lemon juice and a generous sprinkle of fresh parsley, lifting the entire dish with a burst of freshness.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, adding additional salt and cracked black pepper to personalize the soup’s flavor profile.
Notes
- Boost veggie intake by adding extra vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, or spinach for more nutrients and flavor variety.
- Transform soup into a protein-packed meal by adding cooked chickpeas, white beans, or shredded chicken for extra substance.
- Enhance soup’s depth by roasting vegetables before adding them to the pot, which intensifies their natural sweetness and creates a richer taste profile.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days, noting that flavors will develop and improve over time, making the soup even more delicious when reheated.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg