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Vibrant purple red cabbage soup in a white bowl, garnished with cream and red pepper flakes.

Red Cabbage Soup

A hearty and flavorful soup combining tender red cabbage, potatoes, and coconut milk, seasoned with aromatic spices for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine International
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Oil

  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil

Vegetables

  • 1 large onion (diced)
  • 2 stalks celery (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced or crushed)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom (crushed)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves

Liquids

  • 4 cups vegetable broth (low sodium)
  • 1 can coconut milk (14 oz / 398 ml)

Vegetables

  • 1 small red cabbage (thinly sliced)
  • 2 small potatoes (peeled and diced)
  • 1 lime juice of

Garnish (optional)

  • to taste red chili flakes for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add onion, celery, garlic, spices, salt, and pepper; cook until tender.
  • Add broth, coconut milk, bay leaf, and bring to a boil.
  • Add potatoes and cabbage; simmer until tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Puree the soup, stir in lime juice, and serve hot with garnishes.

Notes

For a creamier texture, reserve some coconut milk cream for topping.
Keyword cabbage