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    • Borscht with meatballsBorscht recipes with meat added in the form of meatballs. This borscht variety is especially loved by kids. Meatballs can be added to any borscht – green or classic red with beets.
    • Borscht with bone-based brothThese recipes start with beef bones as a base. Slow cooking beef bones makes the broth very thick, flavorful and savory. Fresh green cabbage, potatoes or beans, carrots, onions and of course beets add a variety of flavors to the most popular beetroot soup in the world.
    • Cold BorschtCold borscht is also known as Summer borscht or Chilled borscht. Cold borscht is very popular in summer months – it’s refreshing, has a kick of lemon and dill and is often served with boiled eggs and sour cream.
    • Poultry BorschtDuck, chicken, turkey and goose are used in poultry borscht recipes. Lighter than beef or pork soups, poultry borscht is packed with vitamins and flavors of various fresh vegetables and greens.
    • Mushroom BorschtMushroom borscht is very popular in Western regions of modern Ukraine and Carpathian mountains. Mushrooms add some forest aroma and, if used in vegetarian borscht recipes, provide that hearty and thick flavor without using meat.
    • Vegetable BorschtVegetarian borscht is not less flavorful, warm, hearty and filling than a meat borscht. Packed with the earthy notes of beets, fresh cabbage, root vegetables and sometimes mushrooms, vegetable borscht is a perfect alternative to a pork of beef soup.
    • Borscht without beetsIs borscht without beetroot still a borscht? You bet! Flavorful and authentic Ukrainian borscht recipes that happen to have no beets but otherwise boast full flavor and amazing taste
    • Ukrainian BorschtHistorically correct and authentic Ukrainian borscht recipes some of which date back to 13th century. Some recipes call for beetroot brew, bread kvass, sauerkraut or fermented beets. As authentic as it gets!
    • Green BorschtGreen borscht is also known as White Borscht or Sorrel Soup. Spinach, collard greens and mustard greens are also widely used. Green borscht is light, loaded with vitamins, greens and bright flavors. This spring season soup can be meaty or vegetarian.
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Chopped dill

Dill is an aromatic herb with delicate, feathery green leaves. Sometimes referred to as dill weed, dill is a member of the parsley family. Dill is widely used in Ukrainian and Polish cuisine.

Pickle Soups

Dill Pickle Soup

Light, flavorful and easy to make soup. Dill pickles add a nice tartness and barley adds great body. This is a great recipe for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner. Wash chicken breast under running water and place it in a pot. Quickly bring to a boil, remove any Read more…

By Oleksii Revenko, 2 years ago
Vegetarian Borscht with Beans
Vegetable Borscht

Vegetarian Borscht With Beans

This is an easy and light borscht recipe that is so quick to make. What is important, this borscht is cooked with beans, so it is very nutritious, healthy and tasty! Start off by placing the beans into a bowl and covering them with 2 cups of water. Let the Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 4 years ago
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Vegetable Borscht

Spring Borscht for Camping

First, bring water in a pot to a boil, remove from heat and cover the pot with a lid. Heat butter in another pot, add cubed beetroots along with chopped beetroot greens, onions, carrots, celerty and parsley root, parsnip, baby potatoes, green onions, nettles, orache, tender elder leaves, soaked dandelion Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 4 years ago
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Vegetable Borscht

Beetroot Borscht

Light and easy vegan borscht. Great for summer months or if you don’t feel like cooking with meat. Start by washing and peeling the beetroot. Place it in a deep pot, cover with 4 cups of cold water, add salt and boil uncovered for 40 minutes. Take cooked beets out Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 4 years ago
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Borscht with bone-based broth

Borscht with Sauerkraut Brew

As authentic as it gets! This borscht recipe has been known for centuries, as Ukrainians are known for making their own fermented cabbage (a.k.a. sauerkraut) for winter. This is a perfect opportunity to make the same borscht that our forefathers were making for centuries. Wash beef bones under running water Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 4 years ago
Sides for Borscht

Ukrainian Boiled Potatoes

Peel whole potatoes and place into salted boiling water. Add peeled yellow onion, 1 bay leaf and boil for 10-15 minutes. When potatoes are done, pour the water and take onion and bay leaves out. Dry potatoes a little. To do so, simply leave them in the pot with no Read more…

By Oleksii Revenko, 4 years ago
Sides for Borscht

Tzatziki Sauce

Peel the cucumber and shred it. Leave for 20 minutes and then wring out all the liquid. Peel and chop garlic and dill. Mix grated cucumber, garlic, dill, juice of ¼ lemon and salt in a bowl. Cover and leave in the fridge for at least 1 hour. You will Read more…

By Oleksii Revenko, 4 years ago
Soup - Vegetable Borscht - Bulgarian Vegetarian Borscht
Vegetable Borscht

Bulgarian Vegetarian Borscht

Easy no meat Bulgarian borscht. It’s flavorful and light, full of vitamins and minerals. The twist? It is served with cheese! Start by washing your beetroot thoroughly. Place it in the deep pot, cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook on medium high heat for 1 1/2 hours Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 4 years ago
Soup - Green Borscht - Carpathian Green Borscht
Green Borscht

Carpathian Green Borscht

An interesting twist on a classic green borscht! Smoked ham based broth adds this hearty smokey flavor nobody can resist. Place smoked ham into a pot, quickly bring to a boil and cook for 1 hour. Add salt 30 minutes before the broth is done. Take the meat out and Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 4 years ago
Soup - Green Borscht - Metropolitan Borscht With Greens
Green Borscht

Metropolitan Borscht with Greens

Thick and decadent – this borscht combines the best ingredients and has a wonderful flavor thanks to smoked ham and various greens. Wash pork bones under running water and place into a pot. Cover with cold water and slowly bring to a boil. Remove the foam when it starts to Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 4 years ago

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