Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1.5 pound

beef chuck roast

boneless

1 pound

beef soup bones

1 pound

ham bone

meaty

1 unit

onion

large, grated

1 unit

carrot

grated

3 quart

water

1 unit

turnip

peeled, grated

1 unit

celery stalk

sliced

3 unit

dill weed

sprigs

3 unit

parsley

sprigs

12 unit

black peppercorns

whole

4 unit

bay leaves

3 unit

beets

large, peeled, grated

4 unit

potatoes

peeled, cubed

16 ounce

roma tomatoes

skinned, coarsely chopped

1 unit

onion

large, chopped

1 unit

carrots

sliced

1 unit

green bell peppers

chopped

0.25 cup

sunflower oil

1 teaspoon

salt

4 cup

cabbage

shredded

3 tablespoon

tomato paste

6 unit

prunes

pitted, chopped

1 teaspoon

honey

1 teaspoon

black pepper

fresh ground

0.5 cup

sour cream

plain

4 unit

garlic

minced

2 unit

bacon

fried, crumbled

2 tablespoon

parsley leaves

fresh chopped

3 tablespoon

dill weed

fresh chopped

Step 1
~7 min

Prepare a small cloth bag and place the following ingredients inside: celery stalk (sliced), dill weed sprigs, parsley sprigs, black peppercorns (whole), and bay leaves. Tie the bag shut.

Step 2
~7 min

In a large stock pot, combine beef bones, meat, and water. Bring to a boil over high heat, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface.

Step 3
~7 min

Add the remaining stock ingredients (onions (grated), carrots (grated), turnip (peeled, grated)).

Step 4
~7 min

Place the spice bag into the pot. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 1 hour.

Step 5
~7 min

Preheat the oven to 375F (190C).

Step 6
~7 min

Wash, dry, and peel the beets.

Step 7
~7 min

Wrap the beets in aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Step 8
~7 min

Remove from oven, allow to cool slightly, and then dice into 1/4 inch cubes.

Step 9
~7 min

Remove the ham bone, meat, and marrow bones from the stock.

Step 10
~7 min

Set the marrow bones aside to cool.

Step 11
~7 min

Strain the stock through a fine sieve into a clean pot. Discard the solids from the sieve.

Step 12
~7 min

Bring the strained stock to a boil, then add the chopped tomatoes, cubed potatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 10 minutes on low heat, covered.

Step 13
~7 min

In a cast iron skillet, cook the chopped onions, sliced carrots, and chopped green bell pepper for approximately 5 minutes.

Step 14
~7 min

Stir in the shredded cabbage and continue to cook the vegetables for 10 more minutes.

Step 15
~7 min

Remove the vegetables from heat and add them to the stock.

Step 16
~7 min

Sprinkle the juice of a lemon (not listed, assumed) over the diced beets and add them to the stock.

Step 17
~7 min

Add the tomato paste and honey to the stock.

Step 18
~7 min

Remove the meat from the bones. Strip the marrow out of the marrow bones.

Step 19
~7 min

Cube the beef into 1/2 inch pieces and add it and the marrow to the stock. Cook for 15 minutes more.

Step 20
~7 min

Remove from heat and serve hot. Garnish each bowl with a generous dollop of sour cream, crumbled bacon, chopped parsley, and chopped dill.

Step 21
~7 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of sour cream to your liking.

For a vegetarian option, omit the beef and ham and use vegetable broth.

Adding a squeeze of lemon juice brightens the flavors.

Serve with a side of crusty bread for dipping.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The borscht can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt.

Accompany with a slice of rye bread or pampushky (Ukrainian garlic bread).

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pampushky (Ukrainian garlic bread)
Rye Bread
Salo (cured pork fat)

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Ukraine, Kiev

Cultural Significance

A staple in Ukrainian cuisine, often associated with family gatherings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Weddings

Occasion Tags

winter
family dinner
comfort food

Popularity Score

70/100

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