Traditional Ukrainian Borscht Recipe

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Discover the essence of Traditional Ukrainian borscht recipe with this flavorful recipe. This hearty soup has a long history and celebrates tradition and flavor. It is made with beets, potatoes, cabbage, and white beans.

Prep Time15

Cook Time1

Total Time1 15

Course: Dinner, lunch, Soup

Cuisine: Eastern European, European, Ukrainian

Keyword: Beet Soup, Traditional Ukrainian Borscht Recpie, Ukrainain Borscht

Servings:

Calories: 204kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

3 Beets Medium, Peeled and grated
1 1/2 lbs Potatoes
3 Carrots Diced
1/2 Green cabbage Sliced
1 Onion Diced
2 cans White beans
8 cups Broth Of your choice
2 tbsp Olive oil
4 cloves Garlic Minced
1 can Diced tomatoes
3 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
3 Bay leaves
2 tbsp Granulated onion
Dill For garnish
Sour Cream Oprional for garnish

Instructions

Peal and grate beets and set it aside.
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Add the shredded beets, cabbage, diced potatoes, and diced carrots to the pot. Pour in the vegetable or beef broth, ensuring that the vegetables are submerged.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes.
Add white beans and cook for an additional 30 or until the vegetables are tender.
Once the vegetables are cooked, add diced tomatoes, bay leaves, granulated onion, apple cider vinegar or lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the pot.
Stir well to combine. Continue simmering the borscht for an additional 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Remove the bay leaves from the pot and discard.
Serve the Ukrainian borscht hot, garnished with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh dill, if desired.

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