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Borscht with beef and sour cream

4 servings

60 minutes

Borscht with beef and sour cream is a true culinary masterpiece of Ukrainian cuisine, featuring a rich flavor and aromatic depth. Its roots trace back to the deep history of folk traditions, where the beet hue symbolizes the warmth of the home hearth. Beef broth adds density and richness to the dish, while sautéed vegetables reveal a full spectrum of flavor notes. Boiled beets give borscht its characteristic ruby color and light sweetness, perfectly balanced with garlic, vinegar, and spices. Served with sour cream, borscht gains softness and tenderness, making each spoonful especially enjoyable. It is eaten hot to savor the depth of flavor and is often accompanied by rye bread or garlic pampushky, complementing the traditional Ukrainian feast.

Borscht with beef and sour cream
Energy value per serving
Calories
307.2kcal
Proteins
20grams
Fats
19.8grams
Carbohydrates
12.9grams
Ingredients
4servings
Cooking steps
  • 1

    Boil beef for 1.5-2 hours. Then boil the beetroot. Peel and slice the onion, carrot, cabbage, and potato into strips.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Beef: 350 g
    2. Beetroot: 150 g
    3. Onion: 70 g
    4. Carrot: 50 g
    5. Cabbage: 100 g
    6. Potato: 50 g
  • 2

    Sauté carrots and onions with vegetable oil for 2 minutes, then add tomato paste and sauté for another 5-8 minutes.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Carrot: 50 g
    2. Onion: 70 g
    3. Vegetable oil: 5 ml
    4. Tomato paste: 30 g
  • 3

    Add potatoes and cabbage to the beef broth, boil for 15-20 minutes, then add sautéed vegetables and grated boiled beets, and simmer for another 15-20 minutes.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Potato: 50 g
    2. Cabbage: 100 g
    3. Beetroot: 150 g
    4. Carrot: 50 g
    5. Onion: 70 g
    6. Tomato paste: 30 g
  • 4

    Season with garlic, salt, sugar, allspice, and vinegar. Serve with sour cream.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Garlic: 2 g
    2. Salt: 1 g
    3. Sugar: 2 g
    4. Black peppercorns: 1 g
    5. Vinegar: 2 ml
    6. Sour cream: 200 g