Siberian borscht
Description
Perfect for lunch. What could be more filling, delicious, and appetizing than borscht for lunch? This is an amazing dish for the whole family. I want to share with you an interesting version of Siberian borscht. You definitely haven't tasted anything like this before. Memorize the recipe and be sure to try it in your own kitchen. Ladle into bowls and serve.
Instructions
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1. First, I'll tell you about the preparation stage. To make Siberian borscht at home, you first need to boil the beans soaked overnight and prepare the broth.
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2. Once these two steps are completed, you can proceed directly to cooking the borscht. Peel the onion and carrot, then chop them.
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3. Heat a little vegetable oil in a frying pan. Add the onion first, then the carrot after 3-4 minutes. Sauté over medium heat, stirring.
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4. Meanwhile, chop the peeled beet.
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5. Place it in a small saucepan, cover with water or broth, and simmer over heat for about 20 minutes.
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6. Pour a small amount of water into the tomato paste and mix well. Pour it into the frying pan.
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7. Carefully drain the stewed beets into a colander, reserving the liquid in which they were cooked. Then add them to the onions and carrots. You can also use sweet pepper in the recipe for preparing Siberian borscht.
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8. Mix everything thoroughly and simmer over medium heat, stirring, until tender.
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9. Peel the potatoes and add them to the boiling broth. Add the vegetables.
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10. Shred the cabbage and add it to the pot together with the beans.
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11. There's one secret to making Siberian borscht with a rich color. It's the water in which the beet was boiled. Pour it into the pot. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add sugar, garlic, and any other spices you like.
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12. And the final step is what sets this recipe apart from all others. Place the minced meat into a deep bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste, add the chopped herbs, and crack in an egg. Mix everything thoroughly.
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13. Form small meatballs. Yes, Siberian borscht is prepared with meatballs. Bring salted water or broth to a boil. Cook the meatballs separately, then add them to the bowl of borscht before serving.