Rustic Pork and Sauerkraut Soup Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

This Rustic Pork and Sauerkraut Soup Recipe combines tender pork with tangy sauerkraut for a hearty and comforting dish. It’s perfect for chilly days and is packed with flavor from simple ingredients.

The soup is easy to prepare and can be customized with additional vegetables or spices to suit your taste. It’s a satisfying meal that brings warmth and nourishment to the table.

Hearty Pork and Sauerkraut Soup Recipe

This soup features succulent pieces of pork simmered with sauerkraut, potatoes, and carrots in a savory broth. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

1 pound pork shoulder, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Sauté the Pork: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the pork pieces and brown them on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
Add Aromatics: Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Combine Ingredients: Add the broth, sauerkraut, diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and caraway seeds if using. Bring to a boil.
Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the pork is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
Season: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy hot.