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Beef Borscht


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  • Author: Chef Inspired
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

A comforting and hearty beef borscht made with tender beef, fresh vegetables, and spices.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless beef chuck roast (Cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 3 1/2 quarts water (14 cups)
  • 6 medium Golden potatoes (2 1/2 lbs, peeled and cubed)
  • 2 large beets (peeled and grated)
  • 1 cup sauerkraut
  • 2 medium carrots (peeled and grated)
  • 1 large onion (diced)
  • 8 oz tomato sauce
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Vegeta Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 Tbsp garlic salt
  • 3 bay leaves
  • Garnish as desired, sour cream and fresh dill

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring 3 1/2 quarts of water and meat to a boil. Skim off any dark foam and simmer for 1 1/2 hours over medium-low heat.
  2. Meanwhile, sauté the onion and carrots until tender. Add the tomato sauce and ketchup and add this to the soup.
  3. Add the potatoes, salt, pepper, bay leaves, and Vegeta seasoning to the soup. Simmer for 25 minutes.
  4. Stir in the beets and garlic, then turn off the stove.
  5. Serve borscht with sour cream and fresh dill.

Notes

  • For vegetarian borscht, substitute the beef with more vegetables and vegetable broth.
  • For raw beets, see notes for preparation.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Eastern European

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg