Sauerkraut soup with mushrooms
Description
Preparation will take a couple of hours, but the dish will be very filling! Serve cabbage borscht with mushrooms with sour cream or yogurt. You can also vary the spices. Smoked sausages are a great substitute for ham. This dish is perfect for a hearty lunch among friends. Ladle into bowls and serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
Step 1. Take smoked ham (or smoked sausage) and place it in a pot. Pour in water. Add bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 30 minutes.
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Step 2
Step 2. Slice the onion thinly. Place it in a preheated frying pan with sunflower oil. Fry the onion until it becomes soft.
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Step 3
Step 3. Add paprika, mix and set the pan aside.
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Step 4
Step 4. Add sauerkraut to the broth.
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Step 5
Step 5. Then add mushrooms, onion, and garlic. Cover with a lid and simmer for another 30 minutes over low heat.
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Step 6
Step 6. Remove the ham from the broth. Remove the skin (you can leave it on if desired). Finely chop the meat into small cubes.
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Step 7
Step 7. Put the sliced ham back into the pot, cook for another 20 minutes.
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Step 8
Step 8. Add vinegar, sugar, and cumin (you can add any herbs) to the pot. Cook for another 5–10 minutes. Serve with a spoonful of sour cream.