
Borscht with tofu
Description
Perfect for lunch. Below I will tell you more. The soup is ready to serve.
Instructions
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Step 1

Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2

Cut the beetroot into strips. Pour in water or vegetable broth. Add sugar and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 minutes.
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Step 3

Thinly slice the onion, carrot, and bell pepper. Sauté in a pan for 5–7 minutes. Then add tomato paste.
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Step 4

Finely shred the cabbage, peel the potatoes, and cut them into cubes.
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Step 5

Add the sautéed vegetables to the pot, season with salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes.
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Step 6

Next, add the potatoes and cabbage. Cook for another 10-15 minutes.
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Step 7

Add the stewed beet and minced garlic to the pot. Cook for another 15 minutes. Taste and, if necessary, add salt, sugar, or vinegar. Cover the pot with a lid and let the soup steep for half an hour.
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Step 8

While the borscht is steeping, blot the tofu with paper towels to remove excess liquid. Cut into cubes. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, liquid smoke, and vegetable oil. Add the tofu and stir to coat. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet. Fry the tofu over medium heat for 3–5 minutes until golden brown on all sides.
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Step 9

Serve borscht with fried tofu pieces and sour cream.