Thuringian Potato Soup (Thüringer Kartoffelsuppe)

Thüringer Kartoffelsuppe, or Thuringian Potato Soup, is a traditional dish from the German state of Thuringia. This hearty and comforting soup is a staple of Saxon cuisine, perfect for warming up on a cold day.

Thuringian Potato Soup (Thüringer Kartoffelsuppe)

Ingredients

  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
  2. Add the diced potatoes, vegetable broth, and caraway seeds to the pot. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Simmer the soup for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  4. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender and blend in batches.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  6. Serve the Thüringer Kartoffelsuppe hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
8g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large pot Immersion blender or regular blender Ladle

Tools

Cutting board Knife Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serve the Thüringer Kartoffelsuppe with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can add crispy bacon or sausage as a topping for the soup.

Cost

$10