Shchi – Russian Cabbage Soup

Shchi has been a staple in Russian cuisine for centuries and is often referred to as the ‘bread of Russian soups’.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Shchi – Russian Cabbage Soup

Cooking Method: Boiling Cuisine: Russian Courses: Lunch, Soup Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 900

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 head Cabbage
• 2 large Potatoes
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 2 piece Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 teaspoon Salt
• 6 cup Water
• 6 tablespoon Sour cream

Instructions

1. Shred the cabbage and dice the potatoes, carrots, and onion.
2. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil and sauté the onions until translucent.
3. Add the carrots and potatoes, and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the tomato paste until well combined.
5. Add the cabbage, bay leaves, black pepper, salt, and water to the pot.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 45 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
7. Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream on top.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 6g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.