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Sausage Cabbage Sweet Potato Stew Instant Pot Crockpot Stove Top

Hearty Sausage Cabbage Sweet Potato Stew for Instant Pot & More

Comforting Sausage, Cabbage & Sweet Potato Stew perfect for busy weeknights, made effortlessly in your Instant Pot, Crockpot, or stovetop.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Polish-American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 lb Sausage Choose uncured and nitrate-free for a healthier dish.
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes They add creaminess and a lovely sweetness; no direct substitutes needed!
  • 1 Purple Cabbage This gives a crunchy texture and vibrant color; green cabbage can work too.
  • 1 medium Onion Essential for the flavor base; yellow or white onions are great choices.
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock Provides savory depth; opt for vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Enhances all the flavors; adjust according to your taste preferences.
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar Adds acidity to balance the richness; feel free to omit if you prefer a milder flavor.
  • 3 tbsp Green Onions Perfect for garnish, adding a fresh crunch; substitute with chives if needed.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Crockpot
  • Stovetop
  • skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Brown the sausage by chopping it into bite-sized pieces and cooking in the Instant Pot on sauté mode for 4-5 minutes until browned and crispy.
  2. Sauté the sliced onion for 3-4 minutes until soft and fragrant, adding the browned sausage back in.
  3. Add the sliced purple cabbage and chopped sweet potatoes to the pot, cooking for another 5 minutes.
  4. Season with kosher salt and add the chicken stock, ensuring ingredients are submerged.
  5. For Instant Pot, seal and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes; stovetop: cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes; Crockpot: cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  6. Stir in apple cider vinegar, then serve garnished with fresh green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 160IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Use freezer-safe containers for leftovers. Cool completely before storing to maintain quality and flavor.

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