Shchi - Russian Cabbage Soup Recipe

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Shchi - Russian Cabbage Soup
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Directions:

  1. Core and shred the green cabbage.
  2. Peel and chop the garlic.
  3. Peel and chop the potatoes into large chunks.
  4. Peel and chop the onions.
  5. Wash and chop the tomatoes.
  6. Peel and dice the radishes.
  7. Wash and slice the leek into thin circles.
  8. Peel and grate the carrot.
  9. Melt the butter in a large pot or pan.
  10. Add garlic, onion, radish, leek and carrot. Saute on high heat approximately 5-10 minutes until vegetables have softened.
  11. Add beef stock (vegetable stock or water) and bring to a boil.
  12. Add green cabbage, potatoes, tomatoes, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and caraway seed.
  13. Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for approximately one hour or until all vegetables are done, stirring occasionally.
  14. Remove and discard bay leaves.
  15. Finely chop dill and/or parsley.
  16. Ladle into bowls.
  17. Add a dollop of sour cream (or smetana) on top and sprinkle with chopped dill and/or parsley.
  18. Ideally, refrigerate after cooling and wait 1-2 days to serve as shchi is usually allowed to cure for a short time. In my opinion, it tastes great fresh or re-heated. Can also be served cold.
  19. Pumpernickel or rye bread and butter make a great side.
  20. Refrigerate any leftovers.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 157.47 Kcal (659 kJ)
Calories from fat 32.37 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.6g 6%
Cholesterol 8.95mg 3%
Sodium 537.49mg 22%
Potassium 934.93mg 20%
Total Carbs 24.34g 8%
Sugars 9.86g 39%
Dietary Fiber 5.52g 22%
Protein 7.84g 16%
Vitamin C 41.4mg 69%
Vitamin A 0.6mg 20%
Iron 0.8mg 5%
Calcium 97.4mg 10%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 34.1 Kcal (143 kJ)
Calories from fat 7.01 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.78g 6%
Cholesterol 1.94mg 3%
Sodium 116.4mg 22%
Potassium 202.48mg 20%
Total Carbs 5.27g 8%
Sugars 2.14g 39%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g 22%
Protein 1.7g 16%
Vitamin C 9mg 69%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 20%
Iron 0.2mg 5%
Calcium 21.1mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 2.6
    Points
  • 4
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low calorie,
  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • cholesterol free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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