Best 2 Beef And Beet Borscht Recipes

LOW-FAT BEEF, CABBAGE AND BEET BORSCHT

Steps:

• Coat a large pot with nonstick spray.
• Crumble the beef into the pot.
• Cook over medium-high heat, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, for 4 to 5 minutes, or until lightly browned.
• Line a platter with several thicknesses of paper towels.
• Transfer the beef to the plate and drain well.
• Wipe out the pot with a paper towel.
• Add the garlic, onions and cabbage.
• Saute over medium heat for 15 minutes, or until the cabbage is softened; if needed, add a few tablespoons water to the pot to prevent sticking.
• Add the beef, tomatoes, water, beets, lemon juice and brown sugar.
• Bring to a boil over high heat.
• Cover, reduce the heat to medium and cook for 10 minutes, or until the beets are tender.

BEEF AND BEET BORSCHT

Steps:

• Cook beef shank in a large soup pot over high heat until browned, about 3 minutes per side; add water, onion, carrots, celery, and bay leaf to the pot, bring to a simmer and cook until meat is tender and falling off the bone, about 4 hours. Strain broth and discard solids.
• Combine beef broth, beets, and cabbage in a large soup pot; cook, stirring occasionally, until beets are tender, about 30 minutes. Reduce heat to low; add vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
• Serve garnished with sour cream and dill.