FOUR-GENERATIONS BORSCHT

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Beef     Pepper     Potato     Vegetable     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dinner     Lunch     Lemon     Carrot     Fall     Winter     Healthy     Potluck     Dill

Yield 12 250ml bowls

Number Of Ingredients 24

-1.75 L + 250ml high-quality beef and vegetable stock* (see note)
-Peel of one half of a lemon (no pith, just yellow skin/zest)
-5 peppercorns
-pinch of cumin seeds
-cinnamon stick
-one star anise
-2 green cardamon pods
-5 corriander seeds
-2 cloves
-large bunch of washed dill stems
-red pepper flakes to taste ~ 1tbsp
note- spices may be doubled according to personal taste. Amount listed is for a more 'traditional' taste, I like them doubled.
150 g (or one half) Spanish onion, julienned and halved in length
400ml can of diced tomatoes
155 g (about one large beet) coarsely grated raw beets
125 g (or about 2 large) carrot julienned in 5cm lengths
175 g (or about 1/4 of a large) finely shredded green cabbage
300 g (or one large) russet potato, unpeeled, in 1.5cm cubes
50 ml (or one half of a lemon) lemon juice
50 g (one large bunch) finely chopped dill
1 kg beef blade roast (alternatively, meat from ribs)
sour cream or creme crème fraîche to garnish
note:
Stock should be gelatinous and with a generous amount of fat left unskimmed, needn't be clarified. Ideally it would be made with marrow bones, meat (at least 1kg or bones and 0.5kg of meat for 2L of water), and lots of onions, carrots, parsley, green beans, leeks, green onions, parsley or the trimmings (peels, tops, etc) of these vegetables, and MUSHROOMS (important!), bay leaf, peppercorns.

Steps:

  • 1. Season blade roast with salt and pepper, add to heavy dutch oven with 250ml of beef stock. Roast at 325F for 40min and then for approx. 2 more hours at 250F. Until connective tissue is soft and melted, but meat is not mushy. When cooled, shred/chop meat into large cubes (approx 5cm x 2cm). Reserve cooking liquid and add to borscht at any time in the cooking process. 2. Bring stock to boil and add first group of aromatic ingredients (dill stems, spices, lemon etc.) boil, covered, for 20min or until flavours have diffused into beef stock. Strain beef stock. Return to simmer. 3. -Add Spanish onion, once soup has returned to simmer, simmer, covered, for 10 min. -Add tomatoes and beets, once soup has returned to simmer, simmer, covered, for 3min. -Add carrots, once soup has returned to simmer, simmer, covered, for 3min. -Add cabbage, once soup has returned to simmer, simmer, covered, for 4min. -Add potato, once soup has returned to simmer, simmer, covered, for 8 min or until potato almost cooked. -Add chopped dill, simmer 2min. -Add cooked beef from step 1, simmer 1min. -Add lemon juice, salt to taste 4. Serve immediately or remove from heat and cool for later use. Do not allow the vegetables to be overcooked with prolonged heating. Serve with spoonfuls of sour cream, and rich yeast buns. Alternatively, sour cream can be added directly into soup before serving, 1 tbsp per 200mL of soup.

Jennifer Romero
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This soup is a labor of love, but it's worth it! The flavors are amazing and it's a perfect meal for a cold winter day.


Noman Baig
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This is a great recipe for a classic borscht. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Ahmed Muktadir
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The soup was very good, but I found it to be a bit too oily. I might try skimming the fat off the top next time.


Keba Dikgang
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The soup was delicious, but it took a lot longer to make than the recipe said. Be prepared to spend some time in the kitchen if you're making this.


Manju Mananadhar
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This recipe is a great starting point, but I would recommend experimenting with different ingredients and proportions to find your perfect borscht.


mawda alaa
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Followed the recipe exactly, but the soup turned out a bit bland. Not sure what went wrong, but I'll try again and see if I can improve it.


Aji Croiz
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The soup was a bit too sour for my taste, but overall it was still enjoyable. I might try adding a bit more sugar next time.


Buick Regal
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Great recipe! The borscht was hearty and flavorful. The only thing I would change is to add a bit more salt to taste.


Dark Star
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The soup was delicious! The flavors were well-balanced, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. Will definitely make this again.


Sneha Tarafder
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Added some red pepper flakes for a bit of spice, and it was perfect! The soup had a nice depth of flavor and was a hit with everyone.


Raja Aqib Dhanyal
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This recipe is a keeper! Easy to follow and absolutely delicious. Definitely a new favorite in our household.


Dashan Dashan
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Couldn't find beef broth, so I used vegetable broth instead. Turned out great! The soup was still rich and flavorful, and everyone loved it.


Pendu Larka
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Followed the recipe precisely, and the results were outstanding! The broth was rich and flavorful, and the vegetables retained a delightful crunch.


sagor king
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The sweet-sour balance was spot-on, and the addition of dill and parsley added a freshness that elevated the soup to a new level.


Aisha mbabazi
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Four generations of culinary expertise poured into this borscht resulted in a wonderfully layered and flavorful dish that delighted the whole family.


Bina Miles
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This hearty soup, passed down through generations, brought back childhood memories and exceeded expectations with its delectable flavor and comforting warmth.