Borscht

Borscht recipes have been around for centuries, with the earliest known recipe dating back to the 15th century. The soup was originally made with beets, but over the years, other ingredients have been added, including potatoes, carrots, cabbage, and meat.

Borscht became a popular dish in Eastern Europe, particularly in Russia and Ukraine, where it is traditionally served with sour cream. In recent years, the soup has become popular in the United States and Canada.

There are many different ways to make borscht, and each family has its own recipe. Some recipes call for beef, while others use chicken or pork. Some borschts are made with tomatoes, while others are made with beets.

Advice

Making borscht is a rewarding experience, and it's easier than you think! Start by gathering your ingredients and making sure you have a large pot. Begin by sautéing your vegetables, like carrots, onions, and garlic, in a little oil. Then add your stock or broth, adding beets and potatoes, as well as any other vegetables you wish to add. Simmer everything until the vegetables are tender. Finally, season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and any desired herbs. Enjoy your delicious homemade borscht!

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Recipes

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White Borscht

  • salt
  • butter
  • dense hunk
  • dill
  • black pepper
  • onion
  • crème fraîche
  • smoked kielbasa horseshoe link
  • leek
  • russet potato
  • bay leaf
  • garlic
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Vegetarian Red Borscht

  • HORSERADISH CREAM
  • dill
  • crème fraîche
  • lemon juice
  • salt
  • sugar
  • horseradish
  • SOUP
  • salt
  • celery
  • beet
  • yukon gold
  • apple cider vinegar
  • tomato paste
  • paprika
  • bay leaf
  • leek
  • onion
  • thyme
  • carrot
  • caraway seed
  • olive oil
  • kale
  • garlic
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Winter Borscht

  • dill
  • onion dumpling
  • salt
  • sugar
  • carrot
  • garlic
  • onion
  • celery
  • black pepper
  • beet
  • bay leaf
  • white vinegar
  • chicken
  • allspice berry
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Mushroom and Beet Borscht

  • bouquet garni made
  • salt
  • greek yogurt
  • mushroom
  • apple cider vinegar
  • beet
  • onion
  • mushroom
  • parsley
  • sugar
  • olive oil
  • celery
  • carrot
  • garlic
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Babcia's Polish Borscht

  • salt
  • bay leaf
  • onion
  • pork sparerib
  • milk
  • sour cream
  • white vinegar
  • all purpose flour
  • peppercorn
  • beet
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Borscht

  • black pepper
  • bay leaf
  • red wine vinegar
  • caraway seed
  • savoy cabbage
  • sour cream
  • tomato
  • dill
  • salt
  • leek
  • celery
  • butter
  • thyme
  • parsley
  • garlic
  • beet
  • beef broth
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Borscht

  • black pepper
  • olive oil
  • red beet
  • garlic
  • rib celery
  • onion
  • rosemary
  • dill
  • light buttermilk
  • salt
  • worcestershire sauce
  • carrot
  • chicken broth
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White Borscht

  • parsnip
  • smoked kielbasa
  • black pepper
  • black peppercorn
  • parsley
  • celery
  • onion
  • carrot
  • white wine vinegar
  • bay leaf
  • yukon gold potato
  • butter
  • salt
  • sour cream
  • chicken stock
  • light rye bread
  • garlic
  • hard-boiled egg
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Borscht with Roast Beef Toasts

  • salt
  • dill
  • horseradish
  • red wine vinegar
  • green onion
  • russet potato
  • beef broth
  • beet
  • sour cream
  • olive oil
  • marble rye bread
  • deli roast beef
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Big Apple Borscht

  • salt
  • lime
  • onion
  • sour cream
  • orange juice
  • dill pickle
  • grapeseed oil
  • english cucumber
  • beet
  • garlic
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Borscht

  • salt
  • sour cream
  • white wine vinegar
  • bouquet garni
  • onion
  • savoy cabbage
  • beet
  • beef stock
  • beef
  • pork shoulder
  • ham hock
  • leek
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Chicken-and-Vegetable Borscht

  • salt
  • tomato paste
  • bay leaf
  • carrot
  • onion
  • great northern bean
  • grape tomato
  • dill
  • olive oil
  • chicken breast
  • garlic
  • beet
  • white potato
  • green cabbage
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Fermented Carrot Borscht with Ginger and Turmeric

  • dill
  • lemon zest
  • salt
  • apple juice
  • olive oil
  • apple
  • turmeric root
  • cumin seed
  • yogurt
  • caraway seed
  • coriander seed
  • beet
  • fennel
  • butter
  • ginger
  • fennel seed
  • honey
  • carrot
  • garlic
  • carrots fermented week
  • shallot
  • chicken stock
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Lena's Vegetarian Borscht

  • salt
  • vegetable oil
  • sour cream
  • sugar
  • tomato paste
  • white wine vinegar
  • onion
  • garlic
  • beet
  • carrot
  • russet potato
  • chive
  • dill
  • parsley
  • white cabbage
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Winter Borscht with Brisket

  • pepper
  • salt
  • sour cream
  • tomato
  • vegetable oil
  • bay leaf
  • bell pepper
  • granny smith apple
  • parsnip
  • meaty bacon
  • black peppercorn
  • sugar
  • green cabbage
  • parsley
  • beet
  • beef brisket
  • white vinegar
  • all purpose potato
  • carrot
  • garlic
  • onion
  • water
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Red Borscht

  • dill
  • black pepper
  • olive oil
  • tomato paste
  • caraway seed
  • onion
  • red wine vinegar
  • carrot
  • beet
  • water
  • red cabbage
  • salt
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Borscht

  • dill
  • salt
  • green onion
  • sour cream
  • tomato paste
  • granny smith apple
  • leek
  • beef
  • beef bottom round
  • green cabbage
  • apple cider vinegar
  • sugar
  • bell pepper
  • onion
  • russet potato
  • beet
  • smoked bacon
  • carrot
  • garlic
  • parsley

Ingredient Breakdown

 
salt
onion
beet
dill
garlic
carrot
sour cream
bay leaf
olive oil
black pepper
parsley
leek
sugar
butter
russet potato
celery
tomato paste
caraway seed
bell pepper
apple cider vinegar
horseradish
white vinegar
red wine vinegar
tomato
white wine vinegar
beef
water
green cabbage
crème fraîche
lemon juice
thyme
mushroom
chicken broth
yogurt
all purpose flour
savoy cabbage
beef broth
parsnip
smoked kielbasa
black peppercorn
chicken stock
green onion
pepper
cabbage
potato
white cabbage
vegetable oil
granny smith apple
dense hunk
smoked kielbasa horseshoe link
yukon gold
paprika
kale
onion dumpling
chicken
allspice berry
bouquet garni made
greek yogurt
cannellini bean
napa
pork sparerib
milk
peppercorn
red beet
rib celery
rosemary
light buttermilk
worcestershire sauce
yukon gold potato
light rye bread
hard-boiled egg
marble rye bread
deli roast beef
lime
orange juice
dill pickle
grapeseed oil
english cucumber
vinegar
kidney bean
ketchup
oil
bouquet garni
beef stock
pork shoulder
ham hock
great northern bean
grape tomato
chicken breast
white potato
lemon zest
apple juice
apple
turmeric root
cumin seed
coriander seed
fennel
ginger
fennel seed
honey
carrots fermented week
shallot
allspice
duck
cherry
chive
meaty bacon
beef brisket
all purpose potato
marjoram
egg
red cabbage
beef bottom round
smoked bacon

Insights

Correlated with Higher Ratings

  • onion

Staple Ingredients

  • salt 36%
  • garlic 32%
  • onion 32%

Usual Ingredients

  • bay leaf 24%
  • beet 24%
  • dill 24%

Rarey Ingredients

  • black pepper 20%
  • carrot 20%
  • celery 20%