Cabbage Soup Bursting with Sweet and Tangy Flavor

Step 1

Start by heating some oil in a large pot over medium heat. Toss in the cabbage, celery, onion, and garlic, and cook everything together until the onion softens and turns translucent, which should take about 5 minutes. Next, pour in the water and stir in the vegetable bouillon. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and a splash of vinegar. Give it a good stir, then slowly sprinkle in sugar a little at a time until the broth hits the right balance of sweetness for your taste. Season the soup with paprika, cayenne, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper, adjusting to your liking. Bring the soup to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer gently for 40 minutes to an hour, until all the veggies are tender and the flavors have melded together nicely.