Name: Pierogi Soup Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Cuisine: Eastern European
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; ½ cup onion, diced; 12.84 ounces frozen mini pierogies; 1 cup sauerkraut; 4 cups chicken broth; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; ½ cup sour cream

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Introduction

Pierogi Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that brings the flavors of Eastern European dumplings together in a warm, flavorful broth. This easy one-pot meal combines mini pierogies, sauerkraut, and spices for a simple yet satisfying soup perfect for chilly days.

The image shows two white bowls filled with a warm, orange-colored broth soup with three large dumplings in each bowl, floating near the surface. The dumplings are pale and smooth with a soft texture. Both bowls have a dollop of white sour cream on top of the dumplings, sprinkled with small green herb pieces. In one bowl, a white and gold spoon is partially submerged in the soup. The bowls rest on a white marbled surface with bunches of fresh green herbs placed nearby, adding a fresh touch. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ cup onion, diced
12.84 ounces frozen mini pierogies
1 cup sauerkraut
4 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ cup sour cream, optional topping

Instructions

Step 1: Melt the butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
Step 2: Add the frozen mini pierogies to the pot and cook for an additional 4 minutes, stirring gently.
Step 3: Stir in the sauerkraut and chicken broth. Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and dried oregano.
Step 4: Cover the pot and let the soup cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and pierogies to heat through.
Step 5: Remove the pot from heat. Serve the soup in bowls and top with sour cream if desired.

Tips & Variations

If you prefer, substitute sauerkraut with shredded cabbage. Add the cabbage with the onions to allow it to cook down with the pierogies.
For a heartier soup, add sliced kielbasa or smoked sausage during step 2.
Use sour cream as a garnish to add creaminess and balance the tang of the sauerkraut.

Storage

Store leftover pierogi soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 6 days. Reheat in the microwave by warming a single serving for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through. Alternatively, reheat on the stove over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until heated through.

How to Serve

Two bowls of soup are shown on a white marbled surface, one in a red bowl at the bottom center and the other in a white bowl at the top right. Each bowl is filled with a light orange broth with visible small chunks and three white dumplings floating on top. Both soups are sprinkled with finely chopped green herbs, adding a fresh touch. To the left, there is a bunch of fresh green parsley with delicate leaves, providing vibrant color contrast. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh pierogies instead of frozen?

Yes, fresh pierogies can be used. Adjust cooking time so they heat through and soften without breaking apart, usually 2-3 minutes in the pot after adding the broth.

Is this soup vegetarian-friendly?

To make it vegetarian, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and ensure the pierogies have no meat filling. This will keep the soup flavorful and suitable for vegetarians.