Kapustnica
(Kapustová polievka)
This Slovakian sauerkraut soup is a hearty wintertime dish with a rich flavor, coming from a variety of added smoked pork products, sausages, and dried mushrooms. Kapustnica is related to a number of similar soups found throughout Eastern and Central Europe, but in Slovakia, it is sometimes served with bryndzové halušky, potato dumplings mixed with a creamy sheep cheese.
Recipe variations
Classic Kapustnica
READY IN 2h 20minThe following is the classic kapustnica recipe that is prepared with sauerkraut, smoked meat, sausages, and dried mushrooms.
Christmas Kapustnica
READY IN 5h 45minThis recipe shows how to prepare a richer version of kapustnica, which is usually served for Christmas. Apart from sauerkraut, sausages, smoked meat, and mushrooms, this variant also includes raw meat, pork shoulder in this case, and, perhaps a bit unorthodox, whole onion and apples. The whole soup is thickened with sour cream, making for a thick and creamy soup.
Kapustnica Authentic recipe
The following is the classic kapustnica recipe that is prepared with sauerkraut, smoked meat, sausages, and dried mushrooms.
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