When the weather turns chilly, few meals are as satisfying as a steaming bowl of homemade soup. This Portuguese Linguiça and Cabbage Soup combines smoky sausage, tender cabbage, aromatic garlic, tomatoes, and warming spices in one flavorful pot.
Inspired by rustic Iberian cooking, this hearty soup relies on simple ingredients and straightforward preparation. The savory flavor of linguiça sausage, seasoned with garlic and paprika, creates a rich foundation for the broth, while cabbage adds tenderness, texture, and freshness.
Best of all, this easy one-pot meal requires very little hands-on preparation, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights, relaxed weekend dinners, or make-ahead meals.
Why You’ll Love This Portuguese Cabbage Soup
This comforting soup offers plenty of reasons to add it to your regular dinner rotation:
- Simple one-pot preparation
- Rich, smoky sausage flavor
- Tender green cabbage
- Warm garlic and paprika notes
- Easy to customize with potatoes or beans
- Excellent for meal prep
- Satisfying enough to serve as a main course
- Delicious with crusty bread
The combination of sausage and cabbage creates a classic balance of hearty and fresh flavors, while the tomato-based broth gives the soup a pleasant depth.
Ingredients
For the Flavor Base
- 1 pound (450g) linguiça sausage, sliced into rounds
- 1 small head green cabbage, chopped into bite-sized ribbons
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Broth
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 can (14.5 oz / 410g) diced tomatoes with their juices
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Fine sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional Additions
For an even heartier soup, add one of the following:
- 2 small Russet potatoes, diced
- 1 large carrot, sliced
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
How to Make Portuguese Linguiça and Cabbage Soup
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