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Ukrainian Lentil Borscht

30 min4 serv.20 февр. 2026 г.

Description

A hearty first course. This vegetarian Ukrainian borscht is quick and easy to prepare, using only the most accessible ingredients. You'll need white cabbage, potatoes, beets, carrots, and onion. Be sure to add garlic—it's an essential seasoning for authentic Ukrainian borscht. You'll also need tomato juice, or substitute tomato paste. Ladle into bowls and serve.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Step 1

    Prepare the ingredients.

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    Step 2

    Step 2

    Bring water to a boil, add salt to taste, and put the potato cut into strips into the saucepan.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Step 3

    Next, add the shredded cabbage.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Step 4

    Cook the borscht over medium heat for 15 minutes, until the vegetables become tender.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Step 5

    Peel the onion and carrots. Cut the onion into cubes and grate the carrots on a coarse grater.

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    Step 6

    Step 6

    Grate the peeled beet on a coarse grater as well.

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    Step 7

    Step 7

    Sauté the onion and carrots in a pan with added oil.

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    Step 8

    Step 8

    Then add the beet and pour in the tomato juice. Simmer the sauté for 5-7 minutes over low heat.

  9. 9

    Step 9

    Step 9

    Add the ready sauté to the borscht, mix well and cook for 5 minutes.

  10. 10

    Step 10

    Step 10

    At the end, season with pepper to taste and add bay leaf to the borscht. Turn off the heat and let it steep, covered, for 10 minutes.

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    Step 11

    Step 11

    Serve the hot borscht in individual bowls, squeezing a little garlic into each portion. It will be very fragrant and delicious!

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    Step 12

    Step 12

    Serve the vegan Ukrainian borscht with fresh dill, and don't forget the sour cream.