Shchi (Russian Sauerkraut Soup)

Name: Shchi (Russian Sauerkraut Soup)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 20 min
Cuisine: Eastern European
Ingredients: 1 lb beef chuck (washed and dried); 8 c water; 1 large onion (quartered); 1 large carrot (halved); 1 stalk celery (halved); 1 tsp black peppercorns; 2 large potatoes (diced); 1 medium carrot (grated); 1/3 c celery root (cut into small cubes); 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium onion (finely minced); 2 1/2 c (10 oz) sauerkraut; 2 c cabbage (shredded); 3-4 tbsp tomato sauce; 2 bay leaves; 2 cloves garlic; 1/2 tbsp salt (or to taste (don't add all salt at once)); 1/2 tsp pepper; sour cream (for serving); parsley (for serving)

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:2h

This Shchi (Russian Cabbage Soup) is a hearty, filling soup thanks to tender chunks of beef and a combo of sauerkraut and fresh cabbage. It’s a cozy recipe for fall and winter that you’ll want to make over and over again.

Updated at: Fri, 26 Dec 2025 15:25:37 GMT