Borsch with canned beets is a delicious and hearty soup that can be enjoyed all year round. It is a popular dish in many countries, including Russia, Ukraine, and Poland. This soup is made with a variety of vegetables, such as beets, cabbage, carrots, and potatoes. It is typically served with a dollop of sour cream and a side of rye bread. The flavor of this soup is both sweet and sour, making it a unique and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
BEET BORSCHT
My mother used to make this hearty soup from her garden's bountiful crop of beets and other vegetables. -Ruth Andrewson, Leavenworth, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a saucepan, bring the beets, carrots, onion, water and salt to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add broth, cabbage and butter; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Just before serving, stir in lemon juice. If desired, top each serving with sour cream and chives or dill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 375mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
"BASIC" BEET BORSCHT
Make and share this "Basic" Beet Borscht recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dee514
Categories Onions
Time 55m
Yield 1 Pot of Borscht, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut off beet greens from the beets but leave about an inch or two of the tops on the beets.
- **Option:mince removed beet tops to add later.
- Scrub the beets well.
- In a large pot, add beets and cover with cold water (about 3/4 full).
- Bring the water to a boil and boil this for about 15-25 minutes until the beets are cooked.
- Remove the beets from the water; save the water from the beets ("beetjuice").
- Remove the skins from the beets.
- Strain the"beet juice" (through a cheese cloth lined sieve) into a pot.
- Peel and grate the onion.
- Grate the beets (can use food processor for grating onion and beets).
- Put the grated onion and beets into the pot with the strained beet juice.
- **Option:you can add the finely chopped/minced beet tops, if you want to use them.
- Bring all to a quick boil.
- Add the salt, lemon juice, pepper (optional), and honey (optional), simmer until the honey has dissolved and all is well heated.
- Serve, garnished with a dollop of sour cream (optional).
JEN'S BORSCHT WITH BEEF
This is how I like to make borscht for my family. It is very thick and satisfying on a cold winter night. Many people who are scared of beets enjoy my borscht because it has so many other flavors. For best flavor, top each bowl of borscht with a tablespoon of sour cream.
Provided by Kungfujen
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Borscht
Time 5h45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine soup bones and water in a large pot; bring the water to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook at a simmer for 4 hours.
- Remove soup bones and meat from pot; set aside until cool enough to handle. Skim fat from the surface of the broth. Add potatoes, carrots, celery, beets, onion, garlic, salt, paprika, and ground black pepper to the broth. Bring broth again to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 1 hour more.
- Pick meat off soup bones and add back to soup. Discard bones and fat. Stir cabbage, diced tomatoes, and tomato paste into the soup. Continue cooking at a simmer until the cabbage is tender, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 2358.3 mg, Sugar 8.6 g
BEET AND CABBAGE BORSCHT
Categories Soup/Stew Onion Potato Side Quick & Easy Beet Winter Cabbage Gourmet Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes about 5 cups, serving 2
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan cook the onion in the oil over moderately low heat, stirring, until it is softened, add the garlic, the cuminseed, the cabbage, and the potato, and cook the mixture, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the broth, 1/2 cup water, the beets with the reserved liquid, the vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste, bring the liquid to a boil, and simmer the soup, covered partially, for 25 minutes. Divide the soup between 2 bowls and garnish it with the sour cream and the dill.
BEEF AND BEET BORSCHT
It was this soup that started my lifelong love of adding sour cream to things. The way the tangy, rich cream melts into the hot, beefy broth is a wonder to behold.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Borscht
Time 4h50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
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.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 21.3 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 95.7 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
BEET AND CABBAGE BORSCHT
Categories Soup/Stew Leafy Green Tomato Vegetable Appetizer Lunch Beet Winter Cabbage Sour Cream Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher Diabetes-Friendly
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add potatoes, cabbage and onion and sauté until cabbage softens, about 5 minutes. Add 8 cups broth, beets and tomatoes. Bring soup to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes.
- Working in small batches, puree 4 cups of soup in blender; return to remaining soup in pot. If desired, add more broth by 1/2 cupfuls to thin soup. Add lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Ladle soup into bowls. Top with dollop of sour cream; sprinkle with parsley. Serve, passing lemon wedges separately.
Tips:
- Use high-quality canned beets: Look for beets that are packed in a light vinegar or water solution, rather than a heavy syrup. This will help to ensure that your borscht is not too sweet.
- Don't overcook the vegetables: The vegetables in borscht should be tender but still have a slight crunch. Overcooking them will make them mushy.
- Use a variety of vegetables: Borscht is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Try adding carrots, celery, parsnips, or turnips to your soup.
- Season to taste: Borscht should be flavorful, but not too salty or sour. Start with a small amount of salt and vinegar, and then add more to taste.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: Borscht is often served with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of fresh dill, or a piece of rye bread.
Conclusion:
Borscht is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a very versatile dish, so feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors. With a little practice, you'll be able to make a borscht that is sure to impress your family and friends.
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