Ordinary borscht
Description
Borscht is a hearty first course dish with a rich flavor and pleasant aroma. Everyone has their own secret to delicious borscht, but I would like to share my recipe with you. The recipe for classic borscht is quite simple. The dish is very filling, vibrant, and appetizing. Look, the soup is ready to serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
Soak the beans in cold water overnight, then cook until done.
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Step 2
Cut the chicken thigh into several pieces and put it to boil in 4 liters of water. Don't forget to skim off the foam. After 10 minutes, add peeled potatoes cut into small cubes.
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Step 3
Finely chopped onion is fried in vegetable oil until translucent.
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Step 4
Add the grated beetroot, carrots, and pepper cut into strips or cubes to the onion. Fry for a few minutes.
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Step 5
Then add tomato paste, mix well, fry for a couple of minutes, add a glass of water, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
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Step 6
We add the ready-made dressing to the pot with the potatoes and meat. Add salt, pepper, and bay leaf.
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Step 7
Now it's time to add the beans and finely shredded cabbage to the pot. Mix the almost-ready borscht, bring it to a boil, and cook for another 10-15 minutes.
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Step 8
Cover the pot with a lid and let the borscht steep for about 10-15 minutes. Serve the soup with finely chopped fresh herbs and sour cream.