Sauerkraut Soup - Slovak Christmas Eve tradition

Sauerkraut soup (known as kapustnice in Czech and kapustnica in Slovak) is a thick, hearty soup treasured in both Czech and Slovak culinary traditions. It is prepared from sauerkraut, dried mushrooms, sausage, and smoked meat.

It is a Christmas Eve staple in both countries, with each family following its own recipe. The tangy sauerkraut base pairs beautifully with the smoky richness of the meat.