Heat the onion strips in a saucepan with a little oil. Also add the paprika strips and chopped sausage sections. Pour the broth over everything. Thicken with tomato ketchup and tomato paste - depending on your taste. Now add the bay leaves, spices and peppercorns. Finally add the finely chopped pickles. Let everything simmer over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes. Serve hot.