Livonian Cabbage and Bacon Soup (Livonijas Kāpostu un Speķa Zupa)

Livonijas Kāpostu un Speķa Zupa, or Livonian Cabbage and Bacon Soup, is a traditional dish from the Livonian cuisine, known for its hearty and comforting flavors. This soup is perfect for cold winter days and is easy to prepare with simple ingredients.

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Livonian Cabbage and Bacon Soup (Livonijas Kāpostu un Speķa Zupa)

Ingredients

  • 1 head of cabbage, chopped
  • 200g bacon, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 potatoes, diced
  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until translucent.
  3. Add the sliced carrots and diced potatoes, and cook for a few minutes.
  4. Stir in the chopped cabbage and cook until slightly softened.
  5. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  6. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve the Livonian Cabbage and Bacon Soup hot, topped with the crispy bacon.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
15g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large pot Chopping board Knife Stirring spoon

Tools

Soup ladle Serving bowls Soup spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Livonian Cabbage and Bacon Soup with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a smoky flavor, you can use smoked bacon in this recipe.

Cost

$10