VEGETARIAN BORSCHT

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Provided by Barbara Kafka

Categories     dinner, soups and stews, appetizer, main course

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 pound white mushrooms, wiped clean and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 large onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
10 small or 7 to 8 medium beets, peeled, quartered and cut across into 1/4-inch slices; if the beet greens look nice, use half, and cut across in narrow strips
2 medium carrots, peeled and cut across into 1/4-inch rounds
1 medium parsnip, peeled and cut across into 1/4-inch rounds
1 very small or 1/2 medium celery root, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 medium baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 small white cabbage, shredded
3 large cloves garlic, smashed, peeled and very finely chopped
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 medium bunch dill, coarsely chopped
4 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Coarsely chopped dill
Sour cream

Steps:

  • Soak the dried mushrooms in 1 cup warm water for 15 minutes. Drain and squeeze out the excess liquid. Strain all the soaking liquid through a coffee filter or cloth. Reserve the liquid (there should be 1 cup) and the mushrooms separately.
  • In a tall, narrow stockpot, warm the oil over medium heat. Stir in the fresh mushrooms, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 minutes. Stir in the onions, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 minutes.
  • Add the beets, carrots, parsnips, celery root, 8 cups water and the mushroom soaking liquid. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the potatoes, cabbage, garlic, and if using, the beet greens. Dissolve the tomato paste in 1/2 cup of the liquid, and stir back into the soup. Return to a boil. Lower the heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the soaked dried mushrooms, and simmer for 5 minutes or until all the vegetables are tender.
  • Remove from the heat. Stir in the dill, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper. Pass around bowls of the chopped dill and sour cream for garnish

Hggfff Tgggh
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I found this soup to be a bit bland.


Shaeid Gazi
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This soup is a bit too sour for my taste.


Pinky Pascall
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I love the bright red color of this soup. It's so festive and inviting.


Hamza Mohammad
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


kyakuwa benon
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this soup. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Finu linu
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the soup turns out delicious.


mdnajmul miah
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


BKs RAJ KHULNA
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This soup is so versatile. You can add or remove vegetables to suit your taste. I also like to experiment with different spices.


Maricel Yanguas
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few basic ingredients, but they come together to create a really delicious soup.


Mr Saim King
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This is my go-to soup recipe when I'm feeling under the weather. It's always so comforting and nourishing.


op yt game
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and flavorful. I always make a big batch and freeze the leftovers for easy meals later.


Bolo Bowman
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This vegetarian borscht is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some carrots, celery, and beets that were about to go bad, so I threw them all in the pot and it turned out great.


Masher Davido
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how flavorful and delicious it was. I will definitely be making this again.


Immy Morrison
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This soup was so easy to make and it turned out delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfect. My husband and kids loved it too.


Morati 01
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I've never been a fan of borscht, but this vegetarian version changed my mind. It was light and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweet and sour. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sabino Da Costa
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This vegetarian borscht was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and satisfying, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I especially loved the addition of the dill, which gave the soup a nice fresh flavor.


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