Krautlsuppe (Bavarian Herb Soup)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1

Bavarian Krautlsuppe: A Warm and Hearty Herb Soup

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb herbs ( chervil , watercress , spinach , sorrel , dandelion and scarlet pimpernel , choose three )
	4 tablespoons butter
	1 large onion , chopped
	1 quart water or 1 quart vegetable stock
	1 large potato , peeled and chopped in to small cubes
	salt , to taste
	black pepper , to taste
	crouton ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

215

Sugar

Fat

12g

Bavarian Krautlsuppe is a popular herb soup that originated in Germany. The soup is made with a variety of fresh herbs, potatoes, and other aromatics, creating a hearty and healthy dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. The soup can be customized with different herbs depending on your preferences, making it a versatile recipe that is well-loved throughout Germany and beyond. Krautlsuppe is often served with croutons and a slice of rustic bread on the side to make a complete meal.

Instructions

1.	Rinse and chop your herbs into small pieces.
2.	Melt butter in a large pot and sauté the onions for 5 minutes until they are translucent.
3.	Add the chopped herbs to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes.
4.	Add the vegetable stock or water, chopped potatoes, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil.
5.	Reduce heat and let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes until the potatoes are cooked and the flavors have combined.
6.	Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a regular blender to puree until smooth.
7.	Serve hot with croutons and enjoy!

PROS

This soup is packed with nutrients and flavor from the variety of fresh herbs.

Krautlsuppe is a perfect dish to warm up on a cold night or to enjoy on a cozy afternoon.

The recipe is very easy to follow and can be adjusted to your liking with different herbs.

CONS

The soup may take some time to prepare, especially if you opt to make fresh croutons.

Some people may not enjoy the taste of certain herbs used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bavarian Krautlsuppe is a low-calorie, healthy soup that is packed with nutrients and antioxidants.
The combination of herbs in this recipe has been shown to provide anti-inflammatory benefits, aid in digestion, and boost the immune system.