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+title: "Ukrainian Borscht"
+date: 2021-04-02
+tags: ['ukrainian', 'soup', 'beetroot', 'russian']
+---
+
+![Borscht in a bowl](/pix/borscht.webp)
+
+Borscht is a beet soup that originates from Ukraine and is common in Eastern Europe and North Asia.
+Depending on the recipe, borscht may be purely vegetarian; it may be served either hot or cold; and it may range from a hearty one-pot meal to a clear broth or a smooth drink.
+
+- ⏲️ Prep time: 25 mins
+- 🍳 Cook time: 40 mins
+- 🍽️ Servings: 10
+
+## Ingredients
+
+- 3 red beetroots
+- 4 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
+- 8 cups chicken broth + 2 cups water
+- 3 yukon potatoes
+- 2 carrots
+- 2 celery ribs
+- 1 onion
+- 4 Tbsp ketchup or 3 Tbsp tomato sauce
+- 1 red bell pepper (optional)
+- 1 can white cannelini beans with their juice (optional)
+- 2 bay leaves (optional)
+- 1 pressed garlic clove (optional)
+- 1 cup sour cream (optional)
+- fresh dill to taste (optional)
+
+## Directions
+
+1. Peel, grate and/or slice all vegetables (keeping sliced potatoes in cold water to prevent browning until ready to use then drain).
+2. Heat a large soup pot (5 1/2 Qt or larger) over medium/high heat and add 2 Tbsp olive oil.
+3. Add grated beets and sauté 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until beets are softened.
+4. Add 8 cups broth and 2 cups water.
+5. Add sliced potatoes and sliced carrots then cook for 10-15 minutes or until easily pierced with a fork.
+6. While potatoes are cooking, place a large skillet over medium/high heat and add 2 Tbsp oil.
+7. Add chopped onion, celery and bell pepper. Saute stirring occasionally until softened and lightly golden (7-8 minutes).
+8. Add 4 Tbsp Ketchup and stir fry for 30 seconds then transfer to the soup pot to continue cooking with the potatoes.
+9. When potatoes and carrots reach desired softness, add optional ingredients from the list.
+10. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes and add more spices to taste.
+11. Serve with a dollop of sour cream on top.
+
+## Contributors
+
+- **Stanislav** – [link](http://git.io/monesonn)
+- **Tait Hoyem** - [link](https://tait.tech)