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Beef borscht with butter and vinegar
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Beef borscht with butter and vinegar

60 min4 serv.20 февр. 2026 г.

Description

The recipe won't take much time. Aromatic borscht is the perfect hot dish for a family lunch. Butter will add a subtle sweetness and creaminess to its flavor, while vinegar will provide a pleasant tang. You won't even notice how quickly your plate empties! Don't forget to serve the dish with bread, lavash, croutons, toast, or garlic pampushky. Serve the soup hot.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Step 1

    Prepare the listed ingredients. Peel the vegetables and garlic cloves and rinse them in water. Remove membranes and tendons from the meat and rinse it.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Step 2

    Cut the meat into pieces and place it in a cauldron or pot. Pour in cold water and bring the contents to a boil. Remove the foam that forms and reduce the heat to medium. Add bay leaves and simmer the beef for approximately 40 minutes.

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    Step 3

    Step 3

    Finely dice half an onion. Grate the beet and carrot on a coarse grater or finely dice them. Melt butter in a skillet and sauté the onion until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Step 4

    Add the sliced carrots and beets to the pan, sauté for another 3-5 minutes. Then add the tomato sauce or tomato paste, mix well and simmer for another 1-2 minutes.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Step 5

    Cut the potatoes into medium cubes and add them to the broth. Boil for about 10 minutes.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Step 6

    Then add the chopped vegetables to the container and mix. Add salt, vegetable seasoning, and cook for about 3-4 minutes.

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    Step 7

    Step 7

    Cut a portion of white cabbage into strips and add it to the container. Immediately pour in the vinegar. The acid will prevent the cabbage from drawing out the bright burgundy color. Mix and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

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    Step 8

    Step 8

    Press the peeled garlic cloves into the container, mix with the borscht and turn off the heat. If you like to add chopped parsley or dill, add it together with the garlic. Cover the container with a lid and let the borscht steam for about 5–10 minutes.

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    Step 9

    Step 9

    Pour the colorful borscht into deep plates and serve hot. You can top it with sour cream or mayonnaise of any fat content.