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cabbage soup

A hearty and healthy cabbage soup with chicken and pork, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 16 oz boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 pound country style pork ribs (boneless)
  • 2 ea bay leaves
  • 1 large chicken bouillon (such as Knorr)
  • 0.25 teaspoon cumin
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 medium head cabbage (chopped) (about 9 cups)
  • 3 medium carrots (chopped)
  • 2 large leeks (whites only, chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 yellow pepper chopped
  • 1.5 oz brandy (omit if you don't drink alcohol)
  • 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt black pepper, to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon Sazon (or turmeric, optional for color)

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Chop meat into small chunks.
  2. In a large pot, combine chicken, pork, water, bouillon, bay leaves, and cumin. Bring to a boil, then simmer about 15 minutes on medium heat.
  3. Add the vegetables and remaining ingredients to the pot.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 45 minutes.

Notes

A simple and wholesome soup that combines fresh vegetables with tender chicken and pork, perfect for a cozy meal.