BORSCHT STEW

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I once had a Russian roommate. When he learned that I had never tried Borscht stew, that it was my dad's favorite thing when I was growing up, and, that I loved beets, he immediately called his mom and got their family recipe. He made the soup, which also included potatoes, but I leave those out. Either way, when I finally got to taste it, I was a big fan! I absolutely love this stew now, and make it at least once every winter. I prefer to leave out the beef and potatoes, but those are optional add-ins.

Provided by Darci Juris @keepitinthekitchen

Categories     Vegetable Soup

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cup(s) beef broth (use gluten free broth if you prefer)
1 pound(s) bone-in beef shank (optional)
1 large onion, peeled and quarted
4 large red beets, peeled and shredded (easiest to use a food processor)
2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
2 cup(s) potatoes, chopped into bite size chunks (optional)
1/2 - purple cabbage head, thinly sliced
dash(es) salt and pepper
1/4 cup(s) fresh parsley, chopped
- sour cream for garnish (leave out for dairy free)

Steps:

  • Bring 2 cups of the beef broth, the beef shank, and onion to boil in large pot. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until meat is tender, about 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • Transfer meat to work surface; trim fat and chop meat; transfer to bowl and set aside.
  • Add remaining 2 cups broth, beets, potatoes and carrots; bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Stir in meat and cabbage; cook until cabbage is tender, about 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle soup into bowls. Top with a dollop of sour cream and chopped parsley.

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