Best 9 German Potato Kraut Soup Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to savor the tantalizing flavors of German potato kraut soup, a delectable dish that epitomizes the harmony of simple ingredients and hearty satisfaction. This classic soup, also known as kartoffelkrautsuppe, is a symphony of tender potatoes, tangy sauerkraut, savory bacon, and aromatic onions, all simmered in a flavorful broth. Its comforting warmth and distinct taste have made it a beloved staple in German households and a cherished part of their culinary heritage.

In this article, we present a collection of carefully curated recipes that capture the essence of this beloved soup while offering variations that cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. From the traditional recipe that stays true to its roots to lighter versions that incorporate healthier ingredients, each variation promises a unique gustatory experience. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice culinary explorer, these recipes will guide you effortlessly towards creating a pot of soul-satisfying German potato kraut soup that will warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GERMAN POTATO SOUP



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This delicious, authentic German Potato Soup is packed full of veggies and TONS of flavor - It will satisfy both body and soul!

Provided by Kimberly Killebrew

Categories     Soup

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 ounces bacon (,diced)
1 large onion (,chopped)
1 clove garlic (,minced)
2 pounds waxy potatoes (,chopped into 1/4 inch pieces)
1 large leek (,sliced and thoroughly washed)
3 carrots (,diced)
1 1/2 cups diced celeriac (aka, celery root)
2 tomatoes (,diced)
6 cups quality chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
3/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Fry the bacon then add the onion and cook until golden, 6-8 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute. Add all remaining ingredients except for the parsley. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and simmer 30-40 minutes.
  • Add the parsley and simmer for another minute. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Note: This is a great make-ahead soup as the flavor is even better the next day!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 kcal, Carbohydrate 37 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GERMAN POTATO-KRAUT SOUP



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Make and share this German Potato-Kraut Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ElaineAnn

Categories     Potato

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 1/2 cups water
4 potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 lb kielbasa
16 ounces sauerkraut
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dill

Steps:

  • Boil potatoes until tender.
  • Add sausage, sauerkraut, onion, garlic and dill.
  • Bring to boil.
  • Add 1 cup hot mix to sour cream and flour. Combine with soup and heat.
  • Serve immediately.

EASY SAUERKRAUT SOUP



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This easy Sauerkraut soup is simply delicious. Made with lots of sauerkraut, potatoes, onions, bits of pancetta bacon, and a bunch of yummy spices, it's a warm, hearty soup for any cabbage lover!

Provided by Recipes From Europe

Categories     Soups + Stews

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium-sized yellow onions
2 garlic cloves
1 medium-large potato
5 ounces pancetta bacon
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons paprika
4 cups sauerkraut
4 cups vegetable broth
salt and pepper to taste
2-3 tablespoons sour cream

Steps:

  • First, peel the onions and the potato and chop both into small pieces. Also, peel and cut up the garlic or press it through a garlic press.
  • Drain the sauerkraut and squeeze out any excess liquid. This is especially important if you're using sauerkraut that is kept in a vinegar-based solution. If you don't squeeze out some of the liquid, the soup will taste very vinegary.
  • Cut the pancetta bacon into small pieces if it's not already pre-cut.
  • Heat oil in a large pot, then add the pancetta bacon and fry it on medium-high heat for around 5 minutes until the fatty pieces appear clear. Then add the chopped onion pieces and sauté them on medium heat for around 5-6 minutes until translucent. Stir regularly.
  • Once the onions are soft and the pancetta bacon has browned slightly, add the chopped potato and garlic. Sauté them for 2-3 minutes as well.
  • Next, add the tomato paste and paprika powder. Stir everything together.
  • Now add the sauerkraut to the pot and give everything a stir. Then pour in enough vegetable broth so that it covers the contents in the pot. In our case, this is 4 cups of broth but it might be slightly more or less for you.
  • Bring the contents of the pot to a boil, then place the lid on the pot and turn down the heat. Let the soup simmer for around 25-30 minutes or until the potato pieces are soft.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste and remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the sour cream.
  • Serve the soup hot with some fresh crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 366 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 2161 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 9 g, UnsaturatedFat 14 g

POTATO AND SAUERKRAUT SOUP WITH KIELBASA



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To ensure a balanced flavor, rinse the sauerkraut before adding it to this soup. This tones down the intense sharpness of the sauerkraut and allows the smokey kielbasa and other aromatics to shine through.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
14 ounces kielbasa, diced
1 onion, diced
2 stalks celery, diced, plus 1/4 cup celery leaves, roughly chopped
1 1/4 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 1/2 teaspoons caraway seeds
1 14.5-ounce can sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
1/4 cup fresh dill, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large wide pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the kielbasa and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a plate, leaving the drippings in the pot.
  • Add the onion, diced celery and potatoes to the pot and cook, scraping up any browned bits with a wooden spoon, until the onion and celery are softened, about 5 minutes. Add the caraway seeds and sauerkraut and cook, scraping up any remaining browned bits, 1 to 2 more minutes. Add 6 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cover and bring to a boil. Uncover, reduce the heat to a rapid simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Stir together the heavy cream and mustard in a small bowl. Once the potatoes are tender, reduce the heat to medium low and whisk the heavy cream mixture into the soup. Return the kielbasa to the pot. Increase the heat to medium and simmer until thickened slightly, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide the soup among bowls. Top with the chopped celery leaves and dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 660, Fat 49 grams, SaturatedFat 22 grams, Cholesterol 129 milligrams, Sodium 1940 milligrams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 17 grams, Sugar 8 grams

CREAMY SAUSAGE, POTATO AND SAUERKRAUT SOUP



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Provided by Hot Eats and Cool Reads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, finely diced
1/4 cup flour
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
2 1/2 cups milk
1 - 14 ounce Polska Kielbasa, halved and sliced
1 1/2 cups cooked diced potatoes
1 cup sauerkraut
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Add onions and saute for about five minutes, until tender.
  • Add flour, stirring until completely combined. Cook for one minute, then add the chicken broth and milk.
  • Turn heat to medium high, then cook stirring often until broth begins to thicken.
  • Reduce heat to medium then add kielbasa, diced potatoes, sauerkraut and parsley. Simmer for five minutes, then add shredded cheddar.
  • Stir to combine and remove from heat. Serve sprinkled with black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.38, Fat 26.79, SaturatedFat 13.24, Carbohydrate 23.48, Fiber 2.30, Sugar 8.16, Protein 14.68, Sodium 1051.89, Cholesterol 74.22

SAUSAGE, POTATO AND SAUERKRAUT SOUP



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This Creamy Soup is absolutely perfect for any fall! It's creamy and cheesy. Since it's ready in less than 30 minutes, it's great for any weeknight meal or lunch. Found at Hot Eats and Cool Reads Site. I used polish sausage and fried it before adding to soup, though the recipe doesn't state that

Provided by Bonnie G 2

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4 bowls, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, finely diced
1/4 cup flour
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
2 1/2 cups milk
4 ounces Polish sausage, halved and sliced
1 1/2 cups cooked diced potatoes
1 cup sauerkraut
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and saute for about five minutes, until tender. Add flour, stirring until completely combined. Cook for one minute, then add the chicken broth and milk.
  • Turn heat to medium high, then cook stirring often until broth begins to thicken. Reduce heat to medium then add sausage, diced potatoes, sauerkraut and parsley. Simmer for five minutes, then add shredded cheddar. Stir to combine and remove from heat. Serve sprinkled black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.2, Fat 35.4, SaturatedFat 19.9, Cholesterol 101.4, Sodium 1119.9, Carbohydrate 28.2, Fiber 3, Sugar 2.7, Protein 20.6

GERMAN POTATO SOUP



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German potato salad is the inspiration for this recipe. I love the smell of it simmering on a cool winter day.-Carolyn Ringer, North Little Rock, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1-1/4 cups sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
5 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Butter
Minced fresh parsley
DROP DUMPLINGS:
1 large egg, beaten
1/3 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the first six ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until vegetables are tender. , With a potato masher, puree most of the vegetables. For dumplings, combine the egg, water, salt and flour until smooth and stiff. Drop by teaspoonfuls into the boiling soup. Cover and simmer until the dumplings are cooked through, about 10 minutes. Garnish each serving with a butter and parsley.

Nutrition Facts :

GERMAN SAUERKRAUT SOUP



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My mother used to make this soup quite often while I was growing up on a farm in Warwick, Alberta. I added my own touch - spicing it up a bit with the bacon and smoked sausage. I really enjoy the zesty flavor that they add.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h40m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds pork spareribs
3 quarts water
2 cups diced peeled potatoes
2 carrots, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 cups sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1-inch slices
5 bacon strips, diced
1 large onion, chopped

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook ribs in water until tender, about 1-1/2 hours. Skim off foam. Remove ribs from broth; strain broth and skim fat. , Return broth to the heat. Add the potatoes, carrots, salt and pepper; simmer until vegetables are tender. Remove meat from bones and add to broth with the sauerkraut and sausage. , Meanwhile, cook bacon until crisp; remove to paper towels to drain. Discard all but 1 tablespoon of the drippings. Cook onion in drippings until tender. Add to soup; cook 20-30 minutes longer. Ladle into bowls. Garnish with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Fat 23g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 1041mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

SAUERKRAUT AND POTATO SOUP



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A beefy sauerkraut soup with savory seasonings. Das is Gut!

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound beef stew meat, diced into 1 inch pieces
1 onion, chopped
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 ½ cups beer
¾ cup water
¼ cup tomato paste
1 tablespoon paprika
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon caraway seed
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 potatoes, cubed
1 ounce sauerkraut
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill weed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook meat and onion in hot oil until meat is brown.
  • Stir in beer, water, tomato paste, paprika, salt, caraway seed, and pepper. Cover, and simmer 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Add potatoes, undrained sauerkraut, and fresh dill to soup. Cover. Cook for about 20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
  • Cook uncovered for 10 minutes more, or until mixture is thickened and most of the liquid is evaporated. Sprinkle parsley on top before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 76 mg, Fat 32.7 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 401.8 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

Tips:

  • Prep all ingredients beforehand for an easy and smooth cooking experience.
  • Use good quality German sausage or bratwurst for the best flavor.
  • You can use any type of sauerkraut you like, but a sharp, pungent sauerkraut will give the soup a more complex flavor.
  • Add some caraway seeds or dill to the soup for an extra layer of flavor.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

German potato soup with sauerkraut and sausage is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of savory sausage, tangy sauerkraut, and creamy potatoes, this soup is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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