Traditional Russian Borscht Recipe | Ukraine Borsch soup with cabbage | Wilderness Cooking

beets

🥗Healthier: golden beets

💰Cheaper: canned beets

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

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth enhances flavor without added cost.

dill

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: frozen dill

Parsley offers a fresh taste, while frozen dill is budget-friendly.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in grated carrots and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Add diced potatoes and shredded cabbage; mix well.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Add sliced beets, tomato paste, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper.

Reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Stir in lemon juice and adjust seasoning to taste.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Ladle into bowls and top with a dollop of sour cream and fresh dill.

Cooking Techniques

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