Lithuanian Borscht with Wild Mushrooms (Vegan)

wild mushrooms

🥗Healthier: button mushrooms

💰Cheaper: canned mushrooms

Button mushrooms are more readily available and less expensive.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt offers a healthier, tangy alternative.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasonings

Homemade stock enhances flavor without added cost.

beets

🥗Healthier: golden beets

💰Cheaper: red beets

Golden beets provide a milder flavor while being cost-effective.

Bring 1L of water to boil and remove from heat.

Add the dried mushrooms and let soak for at least 20-30 minutes.

Remove mushrooms and set aside.

Add minced onions, chopped carrots, salt, and spices to the broth.

Bring to a boil and cook.

Chop the rehydrated mushrooms and shred the boiled beets.

Add beets and mushrooms to the broth.

Taste and adjust seasoning after about ten minutes of cooking.

Cook for another half hour at least.

Cooking Techniques

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