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Best Cabbage Soup

A hearty and comforting soup featuring tender cabbage, vibrant carrots, and aromatic garlic simmered in a rich broth, perfect for warming up during winter gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 head 1 head of cabbage, chopped
  • 2 pieces 2 carrots, diced
  • 1 large 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 4 cups 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth (ensure it’s halal-certified) Use halal-certified broth for dietary needs.
  • 2 pieces 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon thyme

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start off by washing and preparing all your vegetables. Chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces, dice the carrots, and onion, and mince the garlic.
  2. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
  4. Toss in the diced carrots next, cooking for another 3 minutes until slightly tender.
  5. Stir in the chopped cabbage and cook for approximately 5-7 minutes until it wilts.
  6. Add 4 cups of broth and diced tomatoes to the pot. Increase the heat and bring to a simmer.
  7. Sprinkle in the salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix well and allow to simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes.
  8. Before serving, taste your soup and adjust seasoning if needed.
  9. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm with your favorite garnishes.

Notes

For variations, you can use other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini. To enhance richness, add a bay leaf during simmering but remember to remove it before serving. Avoid overcooking the cabbage to maintain its texture.