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Ukrainian Red Borscht Soup Recipe

A traditional Ukrainian beet soup that's hearty and flavorful.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 1 minute
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Ukrainian
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 medium beet peeled and grated
  • 1 medium carrot peeled and grated
  • 1 medium potato peeled and diced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
  • to serve sour cream

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
  2. 2. Add the grated beet, carrot, and diced potato. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. 3. Stir in the tomato paste, vinegar, and sugar. Cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. 4. Pour in the beef broth and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  5. 5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the fresh dill.
  6. 6. Serve hot, with a dollop of sour cream on top.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Beet Soup, Borscht
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