Polish Pork and Sauerkraut Soup
A hearty, tangy pork soup built on caramelized onions, sauerkraut, and tender pork shoulder. Ready in under an hour with deep, comforting flavor.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 32g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat pork dry. Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high until shimmering.
Step 2
Working in batches, sear pork 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Set aside.
Step 3
Add onion to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden, ~5 minutes.
Step 4
Stir in caraway seeds. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 5
Return pork to the pot. Add sauerkraut, broth, tomatoes with juice, and bay leaf.
Step 6
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer, partially covered, 30 minutes.
Step 7
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove bay leaf.
Step 8
Ladle into bowls. Serve hot with dark rye bread or crusty bread on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (5-6 quart capacity)
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- wooden spoon
- ladle
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