Best 2 Quick Borscht Recipes

Borscht is a traditional Eastern European soup that is typically made with beets, cabbage, and other vegetables. It can be served hot or cold, and is often served with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt. While traditional borscht can take several hours to make, there are a number of quick borscht recipes that can be made in under an hour. These recipes typically use canned or pre-cooked beets, and often include other shortcuts, such as using a pre-made broth or soup mix. Quick borscht is a great option for a weeknight meal, or for when you are short on time.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK AND EASY BORSCHT

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I don't know that this is an authentic version, since it uses such handy ingredients, but it gets points from me for being quick and easy. Plus I like the way it tastes. You can serve this warm or chilled.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories Vegan

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

6 cups finely shredded cabbage (you can use coleslaw mix)
1 cup vegetable broth (beef broth ok)
1 (15 ounce) can great northern beans or 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can sliced beets (undrained)
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 large onion, sliced (rings separated)
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dried dill (optional)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 tablespoons sour cream (optional)
6 fresh dill sprigs (for garnish) (optional)

Steps:

In a soup pot, mix together all ingredients except sour cream and dill sprigs.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer 18-20 minutes.
Serve garnished with sour cream and dill sprigs.

QUICK BORSCHT

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Categories Soup/Stew Tomato

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 can whole or sliced beets
2T butter
1 large onion finely chopped
1 clove garlic
2 c water
1/4 c red wine vinegar
2 c water
1t sugar
1 t dillweed
1 t caraway
1 1/2 c shredded cabbage
1 can 19oz 540 ml tomatoes
1 can beef broth

Steps:

In saucepan, melt butter, add onion , garlic , cabbage, stir till wilted. Add beets, liquid, tomatoes, beef broth, water, vinegar, sugar, dill, caraway. Cover and simmer for 30 mins.

Tips:

Use fresh beets: Fresh beets have a sweeter and more vibrant flavor than canned beets. If you can, buy beets with the greens still attached, as the greens are also edible and can be used in the soup.
Roast the beets before adding them to the soup: Roasting the beets intensifies their flavor and gives them a slightly smoky taste. You can roast the beets whole or cut them into cubes.
Use a variety of vegetables: Borscht is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Feel free to add any vegetables you like, such as carrots, potatoes, onions, cabbage, or celery.
Use a good quality broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality broth. You can use chicken broth, beef broth, or vegetable broth.
Season the soup to taste: Borscht is typically seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic. You can also add other spices, such as cumin, paprika, or dill.
Serve the soup with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh dill: This is a classic way to serve borscht and it adds a delicious tangy flavor to the soup.

Conclusion:

Borscht is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a very versatile soup, so you can easily customize it to your own taste. Whether you like it vegetarian, with meat, or with a variety of vegetables, there is a borscht recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a warm and comforting meal, give borscht a try.