Borsch

Name: Borsch
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 85 min
Total time: 110 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Russian
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs beef chuck roast, cubed; 10 cups water; 2 cups red beets, grated; 1 cup carrots, grated; 1 cup yellow onion, diced; 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed; 3 cups green cabbage, shredded; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped

A traditional beet broth soup with tender beef chuck, shredded cabbage, and aromatic root vegetables.

110 minMediumServes 6310 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs beef chuck roast, cubed
10 cups water
2 cups red beets, grated
1 cup carrots, grated
1 cup yellow onion, diced
2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
3 cups green cabbage, shredded
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 tbsp lemon juice
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

1

In a large pot, bring 10 cups water and 1.5 lbs cubed beef chuck roast to a boil, then simmer for 50 minutes until meat internal temperature reaches 190°F and tender.
2

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté 1 cup diced yellow onion and 1 cup grated carrots for 5 minutes.
3

Stir 2 cups grated red beets, 2 tbsp tomato paste, and 2 tbsp lemon juice into the skillet and cook for 10 minutes.
4

Add 2 cups cubed Yukon Gold potatoes and 3 cups shredded green cabbage to the simmering broth and cook for 15 minutes.
5

Transfer cooked vegetables from skillet into the pot with 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 5 minutes.
6

Garnish soup with 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill before serving.

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Questions

What is Borsch?

A traditional beet broth soup with tender beef chuck, shredded cabbage, and aromatic root vegetables. This reference files it under Russian soup: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 110 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Borsch?

As written, 110 minutes: 25 of prep and 85 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 1 (50 minutes): "In a large pot, bring 10 cups water and 1.5 lbs cubed beef chuck roast to a boil, then simmer for 50 minutes until meat internal temperature reaches 190°F and tender."

What internal temperature should Borsch reach?

For Borsch, the target internal temperature is 190 F (about 90 C), given in step 1. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

How many calories are in Borsch?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 310 calories, with 18 g protein, 22 g carbohydrate and 17 g fat, plus 5 g fiber and 620 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I freeze Borsch?

Yes. Refrigerate Borsch for up to four days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it. The potatoes turn grainy in the freezer, so this one is better kept in the refrigerator.

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