Broth gives depth
A good broth is more important for shchi than many spices.
Russian Recipe
Shchi
Shtschi is made from cabbage, root vegetables, potatoes and broth. Fresh white cabbage makes the soup mild, sauerkraut brings more acidity. bay leaf, pepper, dill and sour cream provide the typical finish.
Total time
1 hr 5 min
Calories
290 kcal
Servings
6 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Why this recipe works
Shchi with cabbage, potatoes and dill
Shchi is a simple but aromatic soup. It may soften, but it should not be boiled completely. If sauerkraut is used, the soup needs less additional acidity. Sour cream and fresh dill are added directly when serving.
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Shchi
Shchi is a Russian cabbage soup with white cabbage or sauerkraut, potatoes, carrots, onions, broth, bay leaf and dill. It tastes particularly round with sour cream and a little rest.
Ingredients
6 servings
Method
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1
Cutting vegetables
Prepare cabbage, potatoes, carrots and onion. Chop the sauerkraut roughly if necessary.
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2
Sweat base
Sauté onion and carrots in butter or oil. Optionally, fry tomato paste briefly.
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3
Cooking soup
Add the stock, potatoes, cabbage and bay leaves. Simmer for 35 to 45 minutes until the cabbage is tender.
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4
Season to taste
Season with salt and pepper. A small splash of vinegar can help with fresh cabbage.
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5
Serve
Serve with sour cream and dill. Shtschi often tastes even better after a short rest period.
Kitchen know-how
Tips for Shchi
Adjust acidity
With sauerkraut you need less vinegar. With fresh cabbage, some acidity can help.
Dill at the end
Fresh dill belongs on the plate, not long in the pot.
Variations
How to adapt this recipe
Sauerkraut makes shchi stronger and more sour. Then use less additional acid.
Boiled beef or chicken can be added to the soup in pieces at the end.
Nutrition per serving
290kcal
34.0 gCarbohydrates
13.0 gProtein
10.0 gFat
Values are estimates and may vary depending on the ingredients, brands, portion size and preparation method used.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ about Shchi
Shchi is a cabbage soup, while borsch is characterised by beetroot. Both are often served with sour cream.
Yes, sauerkraut is a popular variant and makes the soup more sour and stronger.
Often yes. Cabbage and broth combine better after rest period, dill and sour cream are added fresh.
Beef broth makes the soup stronger, vegetable broth keeps it lighter and vegetarian.
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