- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 120 kcal
Quick summary
“Borscht is a tasty Ukrainian soup that combines beets, carrots, and potatoes with vegetable broth. A delicious option to warm up in winter.”
What you need to know
- Sabor autêntico da culinária ucraniana
- Receita prática e rápida
- Ingredientes acessíveis e baratos
- Possível preparo em grande quantidade para armazenar
- Sabor de longa duração
Ingredients
Main
- 4 medium beets peeled and grated
- 2 medium grated carrots
- 1 chopped onion
- 1 medium potato cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 4 cups of vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Principal
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion and sauté until soft.
- Add the carrot and beet, stirring well.
- Sauté for about 5 minutes.
- Add the potato and vegetable broth, increase the heat until boiling.
- Reduce the heat, cover, and cook for 30 minutes.
- Add the vinegar, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Cook for another 5 minutes and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Turn off the heat and let the soup rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Chef's tips
- Use caldo de legumes ao invés de água para manter a sabor
- Adicione um pouco de chá de sal a mais para temperar
- Refogue as verduras para garantir um sabor mais intenso
Variations
- Adicione 2 maças picadas para dar um toque de acidez
- Substituir a cebola por pimenta-do-reino para dar um toque de picante
- Adicione 1 xícara de arroz cozido para dar um toque de maciez
Substitutions
- Substituir caldo de legumes por água se não tiver disponível
- Substituir beterraba por rabanete se não tiver beterraba
How to store
Let the soup rest for a few minutes before serving for the best flavor. The soup keeps well for up to 3 days at room temperature.
Can it be frozen?
- Não se recomenda congelar, pois perde sabor e textura
- Se desejar, pode congelar a sopa em porções individuais e descongelar em casa
What to serve with
- Sirva com pão integral para um toque crocante
- Serve bem com queijo gouda para contraste de sabores
Frequently asked questions
Can I replace the potato with carrot?
Yes, you can use carrot instead of potato, but the flavor will be a little different.
How can I better season the soup?
Add a little more salt and pepper, and even a little salt tea, to ensure the flavor is adequate.
How to prepare the soup if I don't have vegetable broth?
Use water, but the flavor will be a little different. You can add some vegetable extracts if available.
