Description
A comforting and flavorful Czech soup perfect for cold days, packed with sauerkraut, potatoes, and smoked sausage.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon lard or sunflower/vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1½ teaspoons sweet paprika
- 3 cups sauerkraut, drained
- 5 cups water or low-sodium broth
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 7 oz (200g) smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 tablespoon flour (for thicker soup)
- Optional: pinch of caraway seeds or marjoram
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a soup pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion and cook until golden.
- Stir in the garlic and paprika; cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add the drained sauerkraut, water/broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the diced potatoes and sausage. Lower the heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper. For a thicker soup, stir in a flour slurry and cook for a few more minutes.
- Remove the bay leaf and serve hot with rye bread or crusty rolls.
Notes
Great with a sprinkle of fresh herbs or a pinch of caraway seeds before serving. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Czech