20-Min Creamy Sauerkraut & Pork Soup
Silky Polish-style soup with crispy pork, tangy sauerkraut, and sour cream swirled in. Served with crusty toast and a dollop of cream for that viral comfort-food moment.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
- ¾ lb pork shoulder or butt, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 cups sauerkraut (jarred or fresh, drained)
- 4 cups chicken or pork broth
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 medium carrot, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 2 slices crusty bread or rye toast
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped) or caraway seeds
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add diced pork and brown, stirring occasionally, until edges turn golden, ~5 minutes.
- 2
Stir in sauerkraut and sliced carrot, then pour in broth. Add bay leaf and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- 3
Simmer gently for 10 minutes until pork is tender and flavors meld. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
- 4
Remove from heat and stir in sour cream until the soup is creamy and smooth. Remove bay leaf.
- 5
Divide soup into bowls. Top each with a dollop of extra sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh dill or caraway seeds.
- 6
Serve alongside warm crusty toast for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- heavy-bottomed pot (6–8 quart)
- wooden spoon for stirring
- knife and cutting board
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