This Instant Pot Sauerkraut Soup with Sausage is a delicious and hearty dish that combines the tangy flavors of sauerkraut with the richness of sausage. It's a perfect comfort food for cold days, and the Instant Pot makes it quick and easy to prepare. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes, you can enjoy a bowl of warm and comforting soup in no time.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 pound sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups diced potatoes
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- Turn on the Instant Pot and select the sauté function. Heat the olive oil and sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until they become translucent.
- Add the sliced smoked sausage to the pot and sauté until lightly browned.
- Add the sauerkraut, chicken broth, diced potatoes, caraway seeds, paprika, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set the valve to sealing. Select the soup function and adjust the cooking time to 15 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
- Carefully remove the lid and stir in the sour cream. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
- Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Sauerkraut is a traditional fermented cabbage dish and is a good source of probiotics, which can benefit gut health.
Using an Instant Pot or pressure cooker helps to intensify the flavors and reduce the cooking time for this sauerkraut soup recipe.
You can customize this recipe by adding other vegetables like carrots or bell peppers to enhance the flavor and nutritional value.