Cabbage Soup with Veal and Tomato

A hearty cabbage, potato and veal soup finished with tomato juice and fresh herbs.

Total 1 hr 35 minMakes 8 servings
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The original cabbage soup includes veal and tomato juice, two ingredients missing from the earlier generic spreadsheet. Brown the 400 grams of cubed veal to develop flavor, then soften onion and garlic in the same pot. Add potato, carrot and a generous amount of shredded cabbage before pouring in two litres of broth and the tomato juice. The vegetables should soften while the veal becomes tender; simmering time depends on the cut. Taste once the cabbage has relaxed into the broth. Fresh parsley or cilantro goes in at the end, preserving its color. Cool a large pot of leftovers in smaller containers before putting it in the refrigerator.

Recipe card

Cabbage Soup with Veal and Tomato

Prep 25 minCook 1 hr 10 minTotal 1 hr 35 minYield 8 servings
Only numbered ingredient amounts change.

Equipment: Large soup pot, knife, ladle

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Brown veal

    Heat oil in a large pot and brown veal cubes in batches.

  2. Add aromatics

    Stir in onion and garlic until softened.

  3. Build soup

    Add potato, carrot, cabbage, tomato juice and water or broth.

  4. Simmer

    Cover and simmer about 45–70 minutes until veal and vegetables are fully tender; season to taste.

  5. Serve

    Finish with chopped fresh herbs and serve hot.

How to tell when it is ready

Veal and potato are tender throughout and cabbage is soft.

Tips

  • Brown veal in batches.
  • Cut potato evenly.
  • Add herbs only when serving.
  • Taste before salting if broth is seasoned.

Serving suggestions

  • Add fresh parsley.
  • Serve with rye bread.
  • Offer sour cream separately.
  • Pair with cucumber slices.

Make ahead

Prepare ingredients ahead and keep perishable items cold until cooking or serving.

Storage

Refrigerate in shallow containers up to 3 days.

Food safety

Cook veal thoroughly and chill large soup batches in smaller containers.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make it meat-free?

You can omit veal for a different soup; this card records the source’s veal version.

How should I store cabbage soup with veal and tomato?

Refrigerate in shallow containers up to 3 days.

About the author

Savva Loginov

Savva Loginov writes about traditional Ukrainian cooking, including regional dishes, heritage baking and the customs behind familiar recipes. His English guides explain each dish’s context alongside clear, practical cooking instructions.

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