Soup

Lean Hungarian Sausage & Sauerkraut Soup

Name: Lean Hungarian Sausage & Sauerkraut Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp sweet paprika; 200g lean smoked sausage, sliced; 500g sauerkraut, rinsed and drained; 1L low-sodium chicken broth; 2 tbsp light sour cream or Greek yogurt; Fresh dill, for garnish

Discover a lighter take on a classic Hungarian comfort food. This sauerkraut and sausage soup is simmered to perfection, offering a tangy, savory broth with tender meat. It's a surprisingly simple way to enjoy robust flavors on a weeknight.

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp sweet paprika
200g lean smoked sausage, sliced
500g sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
1L low-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp light sour cream or Greek yogurt
Fresh dill, for garnish

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a pot, then sauté onion until softened. Add garlic and paprika, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the sliced lean sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned. Add the rinsed sauerkraut and chicken broth to the pot.
Bring the soup to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
Remove from heat, stir in light sour cream or Greek yogurt until fully combined, then ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh dill.

Tips

Rinsing the sauerkraut reduces its saltiness and tang, allowing you to adjust the flavor.
For extra richness without added fat, stir in a spoonful of vegetable puree like carrot or potato.