4 sweet sour soup recipes

Sweet and sour cabbage soup: a classic Jewish Eastern European soup simmered low and slow with cabbage, tomatoes, brown sugar, and vinegar. Tangy, warming, and even better on day two.

A quick Chinese sweet and sour soup with tender chicken breast, mushrooms, and a tangy broth spiked with vinegar and soy sauce. Ready in 30 minutes with just a handful of pantry staples.

Chilled sweet and sour cabbage-tomato soup pureed smooth with honey and lemon, finished with orange juice and tofu balls. A vegetarian cold soup that balances tangy, sweet, and savory.

Sweet and sour borscht: a hearty Eastern European beet soup with crumbled sausage, cabbage, and carrots, balanced with lemon juice and sugar. Serve hot or chilled with sour cream and dill.