Borscht is a vibrant ruby-red soup from Eastern Europe that showcases the earthy sweetness of beets balanced with tangy vinegar and savory meat. The hearty combination of tender beef, soft root vegetables, and slightly crunchy cabbage creates a deeply satisfying texture in every spoonful. This traditional dish transforms humble ingredients into something spectacular as it simmers, with the beets releasing their striking color throughout the rich broth. Finished with fresh dill and a swirl of sour cream, borscht represents centuries of Slavic culinary heritage and remains the ultimate comfort food during cold winter months.
Ingredients:
1 lb beef (chuck or brisket), cut into small pieces
1 large onion, diced
2 medium carrots, grated
3 medium beets, peeled and grated
2 medium potatoes, diced
1/2 cabbage head, shredded
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 bay leaves
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1 tablespoon vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
Sour cream for serving
What to know:
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Serving: 6-8 people
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Directions:
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil. Add beef and simmer for about 1 hour until meat is tender.
While the meat is cooking, heat oil in a large pan. Add onions and cook until translucent (about 5 minutes).
Before serving, add minced garlic, vinegar, and fresh dill.
Remove from heat and let stand for 15 minutes before serving.
Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with additional dill if desired.
Enjoy your homemade borscht!
Here is the video of how you can cook it, for better explanation
