Borscht Soup Recipe: Hearty and Vibrant
Borscht Soup with a hearty, vibrant taste.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 3 medium beets peeled and grated
- 2 medium carrots sliced
- 2 medium potatoes diced
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes, with juice
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp dried dill or 1 tbsp fresh dill
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: Sour cream fresh dill
- Suggested Pairings: Sparkling water rye bread
Instructions
- Heat oil; sauté onion, garlic for 4–5 min.
- Add beets, carrots, potatoes; cook 8–10 min.
- Add cabbage, broth, tomatoes, tomato paste, vinegar, sugar, dill, salt, pepper; simmer 25–30 min.
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve in a white ceramic bowl with sour cream, dill.
Notes
- Grate beets for a smoother texture.
- Store in the fridge for 5 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Try a vegan or spicy variation.
- Pair with crusty bread.