Kapustnica

Ingredients13

• sauerkraut500 g
• smoked pork ribs400 g
• smoked sausage250 g
• dried mushrooms20 g
• potatoes400 g
• onion1
• garlic3 cloves
• sweet paprika1 tbsp
• caraway seeds1 tsp
• bay leaves2
• black pepper0.5 tsp
• water1.5 L
• lard1 tbsp

Method

1. Rinse the sauerkraut if very salty, then chop it roughly. Soak the dried mushrooms in warm water for 20 minutes.
2. Put the smoked pork ribs in a pot with the water, bay leaves, and caraway. Simmer for 45 minutes.
3. Dice the onion and sauté it in lard until soft. Stir in the paprika and garlic for 30 seconds, then add to the pot.
4. Add the sauerkraut, drained mushrooms, and their soaking liquid. Simmer for 30 minutes.
5. Peel and dice the potatoes. Slice the sausage. Add both to the pot and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
6. Season with black pepper and salt only if needed. Rest the soup for 10 minutes before serving.