Borscht - Traditional Russian Beet Soup

A delicious and hearty traditional Russian soup made with beets, cabbage, potatoes, and a variety of vegetables.

Ingredients

4	cups cabbage, shredded
3	cups water
3	cups chicken broth
3-4	medium potatoes, diced
3	chicken bouillon cubes chicken bouillon cubes
1-2	big carrots, cut into rounds
1/2	medium yellow onion, diced
2	large fresh beets, shredded
1	(16 ounce) can (16 ounce) can) Italian-style diced tomatoes, drained
2	cloves garlic, minced
	fresh dill (optional)
	sour cream (optional)

Instructions

• 1. Prepare the vegetables by shredding the cabbage, dicing the potatoes, onions, and carrots, and shredding the beets.
  2. In a pot, combine the cabbage and potatoes with water, chicken broth, and chicken bouillon cubes.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
  4. In a separate pan, sauté the onions, beets, and carrots for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Add diced tomatoes and salt to taste, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the pot and boil for 15 minutes.
  7. Turn off the heat and stir in minced garlic. Serve the soup with a dollop of sour cream and fresh dill.
  8. Note: Beets can stain everything, so peel and slice them carefully to prevent staining.
  9. For a vegetarian version, replace chicken broth with water and omit the chicken bouillon for a delicious alternative.

Jul 20, 2024