Hangover Sauerkraut Shchi with Bacon

Hangover Sauerkraut Shchi with Bacon

45 min
Easy
1 serv.
266 g / 1 serv.

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Description

A rich and sour soup that perfectly invigorates. Sauerkraut, smoked bacon and tomatoes give a bright, rich taste.

  1. Cut bacon into small pieces and fry in a thick-bottomed pot until fat renders and bacon is golden.
  2. Peel and finely chop the onion, add to bacon. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft.
  3. Slightly squeeze sauerkraut from brine (if very sour, rinse it), add to the pot and stew with onion and bacon for 10-15 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally.
  4. Peel and dice potatoes. Pour 500 ml of hot water into the pot, bring to a boil and add potatoes.
  5. Boil for 10 minutes. Dice tomatoes (or grate them, removing skin) and add to soup along with mustard, bay leaf and peppercorns.
  6. Boil for another 10-15 minutes until potatoes are fully cooked. Taste for salt and adjust if needed.
  7. Remove from heat, remove bay leaf. Let the shchi rest covered for 10 minutes.
  8. Serve hot, sprinkled with chopped herbs and topped with a spoonful of sour cream.
287
108 kcal / 100 g
kcal
12.1 g
4.6 g / 100 g
Protein
14.9 g
5.6 g / 100 g
Carbohydrates
20.0 g
7.5 g / 100 g
Fats