Description
Experience the heartwarming delight of Traditional Borscht, a vibrant Ukrainian beet soup that embodies comfort and culinary heritage. This nourishing dish is rich in flavor, combining earthy beets, crisp cabbage, and hearty vegetables, all simmered together to create a soul-soothing bowl of goodness. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home, Borscht can be served hot or chilled throughout the seasons. It’s not just about satisfying hunger; it offers a taste of Ukrainian culture in every spoonful. Pair it with a dollop of sour cream and crusty rye bread for an authentic experience that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 cups low-sodium beef or vegetable broth
- 5 cups green or red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 3 large beets, peeled and cut into matchsticks
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 6 ounces low-sodium tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring the broth and bay leaves to a boil.
- Add the cabbage; cover and cook on low heat for 20 minutes.
- In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté onion and carrots until soft (about 5 minutes). Add beets and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the pot with cabbage. Add potatoes, tomato paste, and salt; simmer for an additional 20 minutes on low heat.
- Stir in vinegar, grated garlic, sugar, and black pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes before garnishing with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Ukrainian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg