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Authentic Russian Ukrainian Borscht Recipe

Discover the true taste of homemade Borscht! This isn't your average canned-vegetable soup. This recipe, passed down through generations, uses only the freshest ingredients for a rich, hearty, and deeply satisfying borscht. The secret? High-quality meat—the better the meat, the better the broth. Once you savor this authentic borscht, you'll never go back to store-bought. Enjoy it au naturel, or indulge with a dollop of full-fat sour cream for the ultimate comfort food experience. A perfect recipe for a chilly evening or a special occasion!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 150 mins
Calories 548.3 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the beef over medium-high heat. Remove the beef and set aside.
  2. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the diced carrots and beetroots and cook for another 5 minutes.
  4. Return the beef to the pot. Add the crushed tomatoes, broth, bay leaves, sugar, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  5. 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.
  6. Add the potatoes and cabbage to the pot. Continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  7. Remove the bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  8. 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

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