Lithuanian Cabbage Soup Kopustu Sriuba
Warm your soul with Lithuanian Cabbage Soup, or *Kopūstų Sriuba*, a hearty and comforting dish that celebrates the simplicity of traditional Eastern European flavors. This nourishing soup features tender green cabbage, creamy potatoes, and sweet carrots simmered in a savory chicken or vegetable stock, with fragrant notes of garlic, caraway seeds, and fresh dill. Perfect for chilly days, this one-pot recipe is easy to prepare and ready in under an hour, making it a go-to for weeknight dinners or cozy weekend meals. Serve it with a dollop of sour cream and crusty rye bread for an authentic Lithuanian touch that’s sure to become a family favorite. Ideal for those seeking wholesome comfort food, this recipe is a wonderful way to enjoy the humble cabbage at its best!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head (about 2 pounds) Green cabbage
- 3 medium Potatoes
- 1 large Carrot
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 8 cups Chicken or vegetable stock
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh dill
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Caraway seeds
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
- 0.5 cup (optional, for serving) Sour cream
Instructions
Core and finely shred the cabbage. Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Peel and grate the carrot. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.
In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and grated carrot, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and aromatic.
Stir in the shredded cabbage and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to slightly wilt the cabbage.
Add the diced potatoes, chicken or vegetable stock, bay leaf, and caraway seeds to the pot. Stir to combine.
Bring the soup to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh dill. Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream, if desired. Accompany with crusty rye bread for an authentic Lithuanian touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1458 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.6 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.4 g | 147% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 123 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 9738 mg | 423% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 221.8 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.8 g | 149% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.5 g | ||
| Protein | 46.6 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 788 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 5680 mg | 121% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
