This comforting Pork & Cabbage Soup is a classic comfort food staple that transforms leftover roast pork into a nourishing meal. The dish relies on the rich flavor of defatted pork drippings to build a savory base, while fresh cabbage, celery, and green peppers add essential crunch and vegetal sweetness. It is an excellent way to use up holiday leftovers or a slow-roasted shoulder. The soup is light enough for a lunch but hearty enough for a cold evening dinner. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, it offers a warm, home-style experience that feels both rustic and refined. Perfect for meal prep, this soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together.
Pork & Cabbage Soup
Description
This comforting Pork & Cabbage Soup is a classic comfort food staple that transforms leftover roast pork into a nourishing meal. The dish relies on the rich flavor of defatted pork drippings to build a savory base, while fresh cabbage, celery, and green peppers add essential crunch and vegetal sweetness. It is an excellent way to use up holiday leftovers or a slow-roasted shoulder. The soup is light enough for a lunch but hearty enough for a cold evening dinner. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, it offers a warm, home-style experience that feels both rustic and refined. Perfect for meal prep, this soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat the defatted pork drippings in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
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Add the diced cooked pork to the pan and saut&# 195;© for 2-3 minutes to brown slightly and release flavor into the drippings.
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Stir in the sliced celery and diced green pepper, cooking for another 2 minutes until slightly softened.
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Add the shredded cabbage to the saucepan and toss with the pork and vegetables for 1 minute.
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Pour in the boiling water, adding the bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
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Bring the mixture back to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the cabbage is tender but still retains some bite.
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Remove the bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 9.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.5g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
- Cholesterol 3.0mg1%
- Sodium 2.3mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 1.0g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
This soup pairs well with crusty bread or a side of rice for a more filling meal.
You can substitute the pork drippings with butter or olive oil if necessary, though the flavor will be less authentic.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
For extra depth, add a small diced carrot or onion to the celery and green pepper step.
