How to make Russian Soup Borscht: The Best Classic Chicken Borscht Recipe! Как готовить красный борщ

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chicken thighs are more economical.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

beets

🥗Healthier: carrots

💰Cheaper: frozen beets

Carrots are lower in calories and frozen beets are often less expensive.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade broth is healthier and water is a cost-effective alternative.

Prepare chicken by boiling it in a pot of water until fully cooked, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove chicken, let it cool, and shred into bite-sized pieces.

In the same pot, add chopped beets and cook for 10 minutes.

Add diced carrot, shredded cabbage, and diced bell pepper to the pot; simmer for 15 minutes.

Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

Mix in tomato paste and chicken broth; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Season with black pepper and coriander powder to taste.

Add shredded chicken back into the soup; heat through for 5 minutes.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and dill, and a dollop of yogurt.

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