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Russian Beef and Cabbage Soup Recipe

Warm, hearty, and packed with flavor, this Russian Beef & Cabbage Soup is the ultimate comfort food. Made with tender beef, fresh cabbage, and a rich, savory broth, it's a nourishing meal perfect for chilly days. Simple yet satisfying, this traditional soup is sure to become a family favorite!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner, Soup
Keyword: Russian Beef and Cabbage Soup
Servings: 8
Calories: 377kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds chuck roast cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 2 large carrots cut into small sticks
  • 4 large potatoes peeled and diced
  • 5 cups beef broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 can tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 4 cups cabbage chopped
  • sour cream or yogurt optional for serving

Instructions

  • Brown the beef. Cook the beef in a large stockpot until all sides are browned. Discard the juices and set the meat aside.
    1.5 pounds chuck roast
  • Saute the vegetables. Add the olive oil to the pan. Add the onions and carrots and cook until the onions are translucent. Add the potatoes and cook for a few minutes.
    1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 large onion, 2 large carrots, 4 large potatoes
  • Add the rest of the ingredients then bring to a boil. Add the broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Add the beef back to the pot and add the cabbage. Stir well. Bring to a boil then turn down the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
    5 cups beef broth, 1 can diced tomatoes, 1 can tomato sauce, 1 tablespoon tomato paste, 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 2 bay leaves, 4 cups cabbage
  • Serve. Serve as is or add a dollop of sour cream or plain yogurt.

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Notes

Serving Suggestions 
    • Shredded cheese such as sharp cheddar or Parmesan to add an extra layer of richness.
    • Crusty bread or dinner rolls to soak up the flavorful broth. Take things up a notch by making garlic bread.
    • Cornbread is another hearty suggestion that pairs well.
    • Rice, quinoa or egg noodles add extra substance to the dish.

Nutrition

Calories: 377kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 1372mg | Potassium: 1660mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 3517IU | Vitamin C: 63mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 5mg