Beet soup

Beet soup is a soup made with beets as the primary ingredient. It is usually served cold, although some versions are served hot. Beet soup can be made with either red or yellow beets, and is sometimes made with a combination of both. Beet soup recipes vary depending on the region, but common ingredients include potatoes, carrots, cabbage, and dill.

Beet soup has a long history, and recipes for it can be found in cookbooks dating back to the 16th century. The earliest known recipe for beet soup comes from Germany, and was published in 1581. This recipe calls for the soup to be made with red beets, cabbage, and beef.

Over the centuries, beet soup has been popular in many different countries. In the 18th century, a version of the soup became popular in Poland. This version of the soup, called borscht, was made with beef, potatoes, carrots, beets, and cabbage. Borscht is still a popular soup in Poland today.

Advice

When making beet soup, the most important advice is to use the freshest ingredients possible. Be sure to use organic, locally-sourced beets when available. It is also important to use a good-quality stock to give the soup a rich flavor. Additionally, don't be afraid to experiment with spices and flavorings to find the perfect combination for your tastes. Be sure to taste the soup as you go, and adjust the seasoning accordingly. Finally, be sure to simmer the soup until the beets are tender, as this will ensure the best flavor and texture.

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Recipes

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Roasted Red Beet Soup

  • fennel
  • red apple
  • onion
  • salt
  • lemon juice
  • heavy cream
  • white pepper
  • red beet
  • olive oil
  • chicken broth
  • fennel frond
  • lemon
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Pureed Beet Soup

  • heavy cream
  • dill weed
  • onion
  • lemon juiced
  • brown sugar
  • olive oil
  • tomato paste
  • salt
  • shallot
  • beet
  • vegetable stock
  • garlic
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Cold Beet Soup

  • salt
  • onion
  • bread crumb
  • balsamic vinegar
  • sugar
  • cucumber
  • heavy cream
  • red wine vinegar
  • sour cream
  • dijon mustard
  • beet
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Velvety Beet Soup

  • green tabasco sauce
  • salt
  • water
  • balsamic vinegar
  • carrot
  • parsnip
  • red beet
  • celery root
  • butter
  • chicken stock
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Ukraine-Style Beet Soup (Borshch)

  • black pepper
  • salt
  • lemon juice
  • vegetable oil
  • cabbage
  • sugar
  • bell pepper
  • onion
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  • carrot
  • plum tomato
  • tomato paste
  • waxy potato
  • prune
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Ingredient Breakdown

 
salt
garlic
black pepper
onion
sugar
beet
red beet
dill
olive oil
sour cream
lemon juice
butter
heavy cream
carrot
buttermilk
leek
cucumber
hard-boiled egg
ginger
tomato paste
tomato
cilantro
balsamic vinegar
stock
potato
caraway seed
beets batch
rye bread
parsley
mushroom
vegetable
beet sour
green onion
light coconut milk
lime juice
nonfat greek yogurt
sunflower seed
fennel
red apple
white pepper
chicken broth
fennel frond
lemon
dill weed
lemon juiced
brown sugar
shallot
vegetable stock
hot paprika
beet chip
red pepper
pickled beet
chunk ginger root
cranberry juice
bread crumb
red wine vinegar
dijon mustard
avocado
pepper
celeriac
coconut
beetroot
green tabasco sauce
water
parsnip
celery root
chicken stock
chive
meaty pork bone
skinned pork belly
yukon gold potato
bay leaf
white
vegetable oil
cabbage
bell pepper
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plum tomato
waxy potato
prune
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Insights

Staple Ingredients

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Rarey Ingredients

  • salt 50%