Cabbage soup with pork

Cookinero 3 Jan 2026

Shchi with fresh cabbage is a popular dish of Russian cuisine. This soup is usually cooked in many families. And at least once, everyone ate it. There are many different variations of cooking shchi. In this recipe, we offer you to cook shchi with pork. The soup is cooked quite quickly and easily. The recipe does not require long cooking of the broth. The meat is cut into pieces and cooked together with vegetables. This recipe is perfect for those who do not want to spend a lot of time cooking.

How to cook Cabbage soup with pork

Step 1

Cabbage soup with pork

Cut the onion into thin strips.

Step 2

Cabbage soup with pork

Grate the carrots on a coarse grater.

Step 3

Cabbage soup with pork

Chop the cabbage into thin strips.

Step 4

Cabbage soup with pork

Cut the pork into small strips.

Step 5

Cabbage soup with pork

Cut the potatoes into thin cubes.

Step 6

Cabbage soup with pork

Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan. Fry onions and carrots over medium heat for 7 minutes until soft and golden.

Step 7

Cabbage soup with pork

Pour water into a saucepan or large ladle, bring to a boil and drop in the pork pieces, potatoes and cabbage. Cook the soup over low heat, skimming off the foam periodically.

Step 8

Cabbage soup with pork

Add bay leaf, peppercorns and a couple of pinches of salt to the soup.

Step 9

Cabbage soup with pork

When the cabbage, meat and potatoes are ready, add the fried onions and carrots to the soup.

Step 10

Cabbage soup with pork

Stir. Cook the soup for another 10 minutes.

Step 11

Cabbage soup with pork

The pork shchi is ready. The soup will be even more delicious if you let it sit under the lid for half an hour or an hour. Serve the shchi with sour cream and chopped green onions. Enjoy your meal.

Cabbage soup with pork - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes! Chicken, beef, or smoked sausage work well. Vegetarians can skip meat entirely and use mushrooms or tofu for heartiness.
Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days. The flavors deepen over time, making leftovers extra tasty.
Absolutely! Omit pork, use vegetable broth instead of water, and add extra veggies like bell peppers or beans for protein.
Removing foam ensures a clearer broth and prevents bitter flavors. It also helps the soup look more appetizing.
Try crusty bread, rye crackers, or a dollop of Greek yogurt. Fresh dill or parsley add a bright finish.
Yes, but cabbage softens when frozen. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and reheat gently on the stove.
Skip potatoes and add turnips, radishes, or cauliflower. Reduce carrots slightly for fewer carbs.
Simmer uncovered to reduce liquid or mash a few potatoes in the pot before adding the sautéed veggies.

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