Bean soup with cabbage and smoked meats
4 servings
80 minutes
Bean soup with cabbage and smoked meats is a cozy dish from Greek cuisine. It reflects the traditions of Mediterranean diet where rich flavor and nutritious ingredients are important. Beans, rich in protein and fiber, add nourishment to the soup while smoked bacon and sausages deepen the flavor. Paprika adds a hint of spiciness and fresh dill completes the composition with fresh notes. This soup is perfect for cool days, warming with its rich aroma. It works well as a standalone dish or paired with fresh bread. Rich, thick, and aromatic, it evokes home comfort and traditional family meals. It combines simplicity in preparation with complex layered flavors—a true delight for lovers of hearty and fragrant cuisine.
1
Soak the beans in a large amount of water for 8 hours.
- Beans: 200 g
2
Rinse, pour in 2 liters of clean water, bring to a boil. Cook for 40 minutes.
- Beans: 200 g
3
Add diced bacon and sliced sausages, paprika. Boil for 10 minutes.
- Smoked pork belly: 200 g
- Smoked pork sausages: 300 g
- Ground paprika: pinch
4
Add finely chopped cabbage, salt, and pepper. Cook on low heat for 20 minutes.
- White cabbage: 0.5 piece
- Sea salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
5
Garnish with dill before serving.
- Dill: to taste