Description
This Kielbasa and Cabbage Soup is a hearty and flavorful meal featuring smoky kielbasa sausage, tender Yukon Gold potatoes, and buttery cabbage simmered in a savory chicken broth. Enhanced with garlic, carrots, and warming spices like paprika and dill, this comforting soup comes together quickly on the stovetop and is perfect for a satisfying family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Oil
- 1 tsp Avocado Oil
- 1 lb Kielbasa Sausage, sliced into rounds
Vegetables and Seasonings
- 1 Yellow Onion, diced
- 1 Tbsp Ghee (or butter)
- 4 cups Green Cabbage, sliced or shredded
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2-3 lbs Yukon Gold Potatoes, cubed
- 4 Carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Dried Dill
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
Liquids
- 5 cups Chicken Broth
Toppings (Optional)
- Fresh Dill
Instructions
- Brown the Kielbasa: Heat the avocado oil in a dutch oven or large soup pot over medium heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook until evenly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Once browned, remove the kielbasa from the pan and discard any excess fat left behind.
- Sauté Aromatics and Vegetables: In the same pot, melt the ghee or butter. Add the diced yellow onion and sliced cabbage, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until they begin to soften. Then add the minced garlic, cubed potatoes, sliced carrots, salt, pepper, dried dill, and paprika. Stir and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes to release the flavors.
- Add Sausage and Broth: Return the browned kielbasa to the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low to let it simmer gently.
- Simmer and Cook: Let the soup simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender and the vegetables are cooked through. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm. Optionally, garnish with fresh dill or an extra sprinkle of dried dill for added aroma and flavor.
Notes
- Smoky sausage, tender potatoes, and buttery cabbage combine to create a comforting soup loaded with delicious flavors your whole family will enjoy.
- Adjust the amount of potatoes based on desired soup thickness and heartiness.
- For a lower sodium option, use low-sodium chicken broth and adjust salt to taste.
- Fresh dill adds a bright herbal note that complements the smoky sausage perfectly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 442 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1823 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 63 mg
