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Sweet and Sour Cabbage Soup

A warm and comforting soup that combines the tanginess of apple cider vinegar with the sweetness of brown sugar, perfect for busy evenings or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 1 small head green cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 large carrots, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced
Liquids
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Canned and Condiments
  • 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat a large soup pot over medium heat and drizzle in a bit of oil.
  2. Add chopped onions, carrots, and garlic. Sauté until onions are translucent and fragrant.
  3. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth.
  5. Add cabbage and potatoes, followed by apple cider vinegar and brown sugar. Stir well.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 30–35 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust sweet-sour balance if needed.
  8. Serve hot with optional sour cream or fresh herbs.

Notes

To store leftovers, let the soup cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. It will keep in the fridge for up to five days. For longer storage, freeze the soup for up to three months. Thaw it overnight in the fridge before reheating.