Delicious Pork and Cabbage Soup Recipe

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Delicious Pork and Cabbage Soup Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on November 09, 2023

This flavorful Pork and Cabbage Soup is the perfect comfort food for chilly days. Made with tender pork, nutritious cabbage, and aromatic spices, this soup is hearty and satisfying. It is easy to make and can be ready in just 45 minutes. Serve it with some crusty bread for a complete meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound pork shoulder, cut into cubes
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 small head cabbage, shredded
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 potatoes, diced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the pork cubes and cook until browned on all sides.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and water. Stir in the shredded cabbage, sliced carrots, diced potatoes, bay leaf, and dried thyme.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 30 minutes, or until the pork is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
  5. Remove the bay leaf from the soup before serving. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve with crusty bread on the side.

Interesting Facts

  • Cabbage is a low-calorie vegetable that is rich in vitamins K, C, and B6.
  • Pork shoulder is a flavorful cut of meat that becomes tender and juicy when simmered in soup.
  • This recipe can easily be customized by adding your favorite vegetables or spices.