GRANDMA'S BORSCHT (POLISH BEET SOUP)

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When I made borscht for the first time, I was alone in my dorm room. When I tasted the first bite the first thing I thought was "it tastes like home." And then I thought of that scene from Ratatouille when the critic ate it and was brought back to his childhood. This is the vegetarian version, but it tastes pretty close to the real thing (Grandma made it with pork hock).

Provided by joanne.smolka

Categories     Potato

Time 2h50m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small onion, chopped
2 small potatoes, cubed
3/4 cup carrot, chopped
500 ml vegetable stock
180 g beets
180 g green beans
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dill

Steps:

  • caramelize the onion in some olive oil.
  • Add the potatoes and fry for about 2 minutes, careful not to let the onions and potatoes stick to the bottom of the pan. Use a bit more oil if necessary.
  • Add the vegetable stock and carrots. If you use fresh green beans, add them at this point. Bring to a boil. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes until potatoes and carrots are tender.
  • Add the beets, green beans, bay leaf, and dill. Simmer for a couple of hours. Serve with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.9, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 115, Carbohydrate 53.2, Fiber 10.6, Sugar 13.2, Protein 7.5

Vailala Fekitoa
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This borscht is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can use all fresh ingredients.


Janet Auma
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I've made this borscht several times and it always turns out great. It's a really versatile recipe, so I can easily adjust it to my own taste.


Ian Renkel
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This borscht is delicious and so comforting. I love eating it on a cold winter day.


Brenda Cantu
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I love this borscht! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Nabil Bouakil
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This is the best borscht I've ever had. It's so flavorful and hearty. I will definitely be making this again.


Musaffir ali
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I'm not a big fan of beets, but I loved this borscht. The sweetness of the beets was perfectly balanced by the sourness of the tomatoes and the creaminess of the sour cream.


MOIZ ABBASI
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This borscht is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can use all fresh ingredients.


Hani Love
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I've made this borscht several times and it always turns out great. It's a really versatile recipe, so I can easily adjust it to my own taste.


Jeanpaul Valle Alamo
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This is my go-to borscht recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Malik Saifullah
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I love this borscht! It's so flavorful and comforting. I always make a big batch so I can have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Ellen Mambwe
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This borscht is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can use all fresh ingredients. I also like that it's not too heavy, so it's perfect for a summer meal.


precious bathabile
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I made this borscht for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The only thing I changed was that I used chicken broth instead of beef broth. It was still delicious.


Justin Driver
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This is the best borscht I've ever had. It's so hearty and flavorful, and the cabbage and potatoes give it a nice texture. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Waheed Dahri
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I'm not a big fan of beets, but this borscht changed my mind. The sweetness of the beets is perfectly balanced by the sourness of the tomatoes and the creaminess of the sour cream. I loved it!


Charles Level
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This borscht is amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the beets give it a beautiful color. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.