SUMMER BORSCHT
Borscht originated in Eastern Europe and is an incredibly versatile soup. This variation, served cold, is fantastic in hot weather.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Fill a medium saucepan with water, and bring to a boil. Add beets, and boil until beets are fork-tender, about 45 minutes. Drain beets, reserving cooking water, and let stand until cool enough to handle. Rub off skins.
- Heat olive oil in a medium stockpot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Coarsely chop 1 1/2 carrots, and add to stockpot. Add leek, salt, and pepper. Coarsely chop half of the dill, and add to stockpot. Cook until carrots are almost tender, about 10 minutes.
- Cut beets into 1-inch chunks, and add to stockpot. Add wine, 2 cups of the reserved cooking liquid, and chicken stock. Let simmer until broth is flavorful, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove the stockpot from heat, and transfer hot soup to a large bowl. Set bowl in ice-water bath to cool; skim off any fat.
- Using the small hole of a box grater, grate remaining 1/2 carrot and cucumber. Serve soup with a dollop of creme fraiche, garnished with grated carrot, grated cucumber, and remaining fresh dill. Give each serving a splash of red-wine vinegar, if desired.
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Juliet Davies
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect soup to serve at a party or potluck.
sinan bello
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover beets. I also like to add a little bit of grated cucumber for extra freshness.
Pakeeza Younas
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and refreshing summer soups, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's light, flavorful, and perfect for a hot day.
joe shields
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.
Jahanggir alom
[email protected]I made this soup for dinner last night and it was a hit with my family. Even my picky kids loved it!
Hassan Bajila
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! It's a little time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it.
Uchenna Emmnuel
[email protected]This soup is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the addition of the hard-boiled eggs and fresh dill. It's the perfect summer soup!
majid kham
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of beets, but this soup is an exception. The sweetness of the beets is perfectly balanced by the tanginess of the kefir. I highly recommend this recipe!
Chrishay Martin
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love that I can use fresh or frozen beets, depending on what I have on hand.
Byabasheija Alfred
[email protected]I made this soup for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments. I'll definitely be making it again soon.
Adil Dhillo
[email protected]This soup is amazing! So light and refreshing, and the flavors are perfect. I especially love the addition of the fresh dill. It really takes the soup to the next level.
Anthony Scott
[email protected]I've never had summer borscht before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's so flavorful and refreshing, and the perfect balance of sweet and sour. I'll definitely be making this again!
Junior Litali
[email protected]This summer borscht is a refreshing and delicious dish, perfect for a hot day. I loved the combination of sweet beets, tangy kefir, and fresh dill. It's also very easy to make, which is a bonus!