Jul 14 2026
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Ukrainian Borscht Recipe

Inspired by Polish Cottage
Time1h
Serves6

Bowl $8.50 .... Cup $6

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Peel and chop the beetroot, cabbage, carrots, potatoes, and onion into small pieces. Mince the garlic.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until they are translucent.

  3. 3

    Add the Vegetables

    Stir in the beetroot, carrots, and potatoes. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  4. 4

    Add Broth and Simmer

    Pour in the vegetable broth and add the cabbage, tomato paste, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes.

  5. 5

    Finish with Dill

    Once the vegetables are tender, stir in the dill and adjust seasoning to taste. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Ladle the borscht into bowls and top with a dollop of sour cream before serving.

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