WINTER BORSCHT
Vushka are plump mushroom-and onion-filled dumplings resembling tortellini. "Vushka" means little ears in Ukrainian, and with their curvy whorls, that's just what they look like, especially when they turn bright red in a bowl of this Christmas borscht served during Sviata Vecheria, the traditional 12-dish Ukrainian dinner that is meatless and dairy-free. The East Village restaurant Veselka serves the meal from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6.
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories dinner, lunch, one pot, soups and stews, appetizer, main course, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Coarsely chop beets, preferably in a food processor. In a medium pot, combine beets, 4 cups water and vinegar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until beets are soft, about 45 minutes. Strain and set juice aside. (Beets can be used for another purpose, like salad.)
- Meanwhile, in a deep pot, combine carrot, celery, onion, stock, bay leaves and allspice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 45 minutes. Strain and discard aromatics and vegetables.
- Combine strained stock and beet juice and simmer 5 minutes. Add sugar, garlic and black pepper. Season to taste with sugar and salt. Serve with dumplings, if desired, and sprinkle with dill.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 115, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 653 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams
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Summer Browne
[email protected]This borscht is absolutely delicious! I love the combination of sweet and sour flavors. The vegetables are cooked perfectly and the broth is rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Suzon Islam
[email protected]I made this borscht for a party last weekend and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out beautifully. I will definitely be making this again.
litiana saubuli
[email protected]This borscht is the best I've ever had. The flavors are so rich and complex, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Ali Soames
[email protected]I've made this borscht several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing. I love the fact that you can use any type of vegetables you have on hand. This is a great recipe for using up leftovers.
Love Cinemafrik
[email protected]This borscht is absolutely delicious! I love the combination of sweet and sour flavors. The vegetables are cooked perfectly and the broth is rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Meri Tamang
[email protected]I made this borscht for a party last weekend and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out beautifully. I will definitely be making this again.
Shirin Akther
[email protected]This borscht is the best I've ever had. The flavors are so rich and complex, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Ma. Soledadgg Rodriguez
[email protected]I've made this borscht several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing. I love the fact that you can use any type of vegetables you have on hand. This is a great recipe for using up leftovers.
Aguti Recho
[email protected]This borscht is delicious! I love the combination of sweet and sour flavors. The vegetables are cooked perfectly and the broth is rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Frank Graves
[email protected]I made this borscht for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky eater son ate two bowls. The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out beautifully. I will definitely be making this again.
Albama Muzik
[email protected]This borscht is amazing! I've never had anything like it before. The flavors are so rich and complex, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.