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A white bowl of soup with sausage slices, potatoes, carrots, cabbage, and dill garnish, placed on a white plate with a spoon beside it. Fresh dill is in the background.

Sauerkraut Soup with Kielbasa

Chef Jenn
Sauerkraut Soup with Kielbasa is a chunky, tangy, and savory German-inspired dish loaded with sausage and vegetables. Perfect for cozy family dinners or make-ahead meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine German
Servings 6 servings
Calories 374 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound kielbasa sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups sauerkraut drained and rinsed
  • 2 medium potatoes peeled and diced
  • 2 medium carrots peeled and diced
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds optional
  • 1 bay leaf
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the kielbasa slices and brown for 5–7 minutes. Transfer them to a plate, leaving the flavorful drippings in the pot.
  • Add the diced onion and garlic to the same pot. Stir with a wooden spoon and cook until softened and fragrant, about 4 minutes.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, then add the potatoes, carrots, sauerkraut, caraway seeds, and bay leaf. Stir everything together and bring to a simmer.
  • Lower the heat and cook gently for 20–30 minutes, until the vegetables are fork-tender.
  • Return the browned kielbasa to the pot and simmer for another 10–15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  • Remove the bay leaf, season with salt and pepper, and taste to adjust.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and top with a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Chef Jenn’s Tips

  • Rinse the sauerkraut if you prefer a milder flavor. For extra tang, skip the rinse and add it straight in.
  • Dice the vegetables evenly so they cook at the same rate.
  • Add a splash of broth when reheating, since the soup thickens as it sits.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 374kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 16gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 53mgSodium: 1042mgPotassium: 794mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3410IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 3mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

Keyword German Soup Recipe, kielbasa soup, sauerkraut soup, Sauerkraut Soup with Kielbasa
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