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    Borscht

    Published: Oct 13, 2021, Last Modified: Oct 2, 2023 by Janessa.

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    This Borscht has become something of a tradition for my Dad and I every September Long Weekend. A few years ago, we ended up with a whole lot of garden beets and wanted to find a good way to use them.

    We are both fans of Borscht and so we decided to try our hand at making some. We used a recipe from my Grandma's cookbook as a starting point, and over the years it has evolved into our recipe that I am sharing here.

    Bowl of pink soup with carrots and beets in the background.

    I by no means claim this as a traditional borscht recipe, particularly in terms of the method. For our version, we shred all of the vegetables which ensures a similar cooking time for everything. And then we essentially simmer it all in the pot at once.

    But it is very easy to make and I love the way it tastes. I hope you give this recipe a try! And be warned, this recipe yields A LOT- so feel free to make a half batch.

    The Ingredients

    • Olive Oil
    • Onion
    • Carrots
    • Garlic
    • Beets- In order to make peeling the beets a bit less work, we boil them in water for 15 minutes and then immediately place them in a bowl of ice water. The peels tend to come off a lot easier for us this way.
    • Potatoes- Any potato that you have on hand will work!
    • Cabbage- We typically use green cabbage but purple cabbage would work as well.
    • Tomato Paste
    • Water
    • Sea Salt
    • Black Pepper

    The Method

    1. Sauté onions, carrots and garlic.
    2. Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer.
    3. Serve!
    Bowl of pink soup with a spoon.

    Leftover Storage

    This recipe makes a BIG batch- fortunately the leftovers keep and reheat very well! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stove over medium low heat or microwave.

    How to Serve Borscht

    I love this borscht all on its own but feel free to dress it up! Classic toppings are dill and sour cream but it is also great with other herbs such as parsley or chives and with yogurt or cream (or cashew cream to keep it vegan but make it creamier). This soup would be great alongside toast, a grilled cheese or these Turkey Pesto Sandwiches!

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    Bowl of pink soup with carrots and beets in the background.

    Borscht

    A hearty beet soup that is packed full of garden vegetables. This recipe makes a big batch but the leftovers keep and reheat well!
    5 from 26 votes
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour
    Servings: 12 - 2 cup servings
    Calories: 121kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 yellow onion thinly sliced
    • 4 carrots about 1 and ½ cups shredded
    • 4 cloves garlic minced (about 4 tsp)
    • 8 medium beets peeled, about 3 cups shredded
    • 2 lb potatoes about 3 cups shredded
    • 1 head cabbage about 8 cups thinly sliced
    • 2 (5.5 oz) cans tomato paste
    • 10 cups water
    • 1 tablespoon fine sea salt
    • 1 teaspoon black pepper
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    Instructions

    • In a large, heavy bottomed stock pot, heat olive olive oil over medium. Add onions and carrots and sauté until softened. Add garlic and stir until fragrant.
    • Add the beets, potatoes, cabbage, tomato paste, water, salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and then reduce heat to medium low.
    • Allow to simmer for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally and until vegetables are tender.
    • Serve with desired accompaniments.

    Notes

    Leftovers
    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2cups | Calories: 121kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 668mg | Potassium: 692mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 3494IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 1mg
    Did you make this recipe?Let me know what you thought in the comments below!

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    1. Tayler

      October 07, 2022 at 9:56 am

      5 stars
      I've made this borscht several times and my family loves it! Making it again for dinner tonight!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        October 07, 2022 at 10:49 am

        Yay! I'm glad you like this recipe.

        Reply
    2. Ieva

      October 07, 2022 at 10:03 am

      5 stars
      I can't believe I used to hate Borscht as a child! Now I love it, and I really enjoyed your recipe too! A good variety of veggies in it and I love that it's vegetarian!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        October 07, 2022 at 10:49 am

        Thank you for your kind comments, Ieva!

        Reply
    3. Mirlene

      October 07, 2022 at 11:56 am

      5 stars
      Well we have to give thanks to your grandmothers recipe! This was delicious and packed full of flavor. Added sour cream to this for a creamier texture.

      Reply
      • Janessa

        October 07, 2022 at 6:09 pm

        Thank you for your kind review, Mirlene!

        Reply
    4. Vicky

      October 07, 2022 at 12:22 pm

      5 stars
      Would you believe I have never had borscht before? You just don't often see it on menus and I have been intimidated by the thought of making it. But your recipe is so straightforward that I am going to give it a go!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        October 07, 2022 at 6:11 pm

        Thank you Vicky! I hope you love it 🙂

        Reply

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