Ingredients for Authentic Russian Ukrainian Borscht
- 2 pounds beef stew meat
- 2 medium beets, peeled and shredded
- Lemons
- 1/2 head green cabbage, cored and shredded
- 3 carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- Fresh dill, for garnish
- 8 cups beef broth
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Sour cream, for serving
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How to Make Authentic Russian Ukrainian Borscht
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the beef over medium-high heat. Remove the beef and set aside.
- Add the onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the diced carrots and beetroots and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Return the beef to the pot. Add the crushed tomatoes, broth, bay leaves, sugar, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 1.5 hours, or until the beef is very tender.
- Add the potatoes and cabbage to the pot. Continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Remove the bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve hot, topped with a dollop of sour cream and fresh dill.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
11 g
Sugar
29g
Fat
100g
Carbs
6g
