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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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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.

Cold Borscht

Cold Borscht with Maple Sap

Boil fresh eggs for 10 minutes. When the eggs are hard boiled, place them in cold water with ice to cool. Crack, peel and cut the eggs into cubes. Pour 6 cups of maple sap into a pot. Peel the cucumbers and cut them into little cubes. Cut marinated beetroot Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 4 years ago
Cold Borscht

Cold Borscht with Dried Apples

Light and very refreshing borscht for hot summer months. A great lunch choice for vegetarians and everyone who wants to eat healthy.

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

Summer Borscht with Beans

Place dry beans in the bowl, add 1 ½ cups of water and leave them to soak for 5-8 hours. Transfer the beans with water into a pot and cook until soft and ready. Add salt 5-10 minutes before beans are done. Strain the beans. Place beef bones into a Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 5 years ago
Ukrainian Borscht

Ukrainian Borscht with Smoked Meat or Bacon

Wash 1 carrot, 1 onion and 1 parsley root under cold water, place them into a pot, add cold water and bring to a boil. When it boils, turn the heat down to low and let the broth simmer for 1 ½ hours. After it’s done, strain the broth. In Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 5 years ago
Ukrainian Borscht

Ukrainian Borscht with Mushroom Pierogi

Wash your dried porcini mushroom thoroughly, place in a deep pot, add cold water and bring to a boil. Turn the heat down and let the broth simmer for 2-2 ½ hours. Add salt when the broth is nearly done. Strain the broth. Take out the mushroom and use them Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 5 years ago

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