An Authentic Taste of Ukraine: The BEST Plant-Based Borscht 🇺🇦 #vegan #oilfree

beets

🥗Healthier: golden beets

💰Cheaper: canned beets

Golden beets offer a milder flavor, while canned beets save prep time.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasonings

Homemade stock enhances flavor without additives.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is nutrient-rich.

sugar

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Maple syrup adds depth while being a natural sweetener.

Sauté diced onion for about 5 minutes without oil, using vegetable broth or water if it sticks.

Add minced garlic and diced carrots; cook for a few minutes.

Stir in tomato paste and cook for a few minutes to enhance flavor.

Add red miso paste and white wine vinegar.

Incorporate cubed Yukon Gold potatoes and matchstick diced beets.

Pour in low sodium vegetable broth and add cracked pepper.

Bring to heat until almost boiling, then reduce to a simmer and cover.

Cook until beets are soft, about 30 to 40 minutes, checking occasionally.

Remove bay leaves and let cool before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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