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Spicy Cabbage Soup

A warm and hearty Spicy Cabbage Soup packed with flavors, perfect for using up leftover veggies and customizable to your spice preference.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 head cabbage Chopped into chunky pieces
  • 1 cup onion Chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil For sautéing
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth For liquid
  • 1 can diced tomatoes Added for flavor
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 tbsp black pepper

For Added Spice

  • 1 cup spicy peppers or crushed red pepper To taste
  • 1 cup sliced sausage Optional: chicken, pork, or veggie sausage

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Chop cabbage into chunky pieces and set aside.
  • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
  • Add chopped cabbage and spicy peppers, and stir well.
  • Pour in vegetable or chicken broth, add diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine.

Cooking

  • Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook gently for 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Taste the soup and adjust seasoning or add more spice if desired.

Notes

This soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for later use. Reheat with a splash of broth if it seems thick.
Keyword Easy Soup Recipe, Healthy Soup, One-Pot Meal, Spicy Cabbage Soup, Vegetable Soup