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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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Spinach

Spinach is a leafy green vegetable. It belongs to the amaranth family and is related to beets and quinoa. What’s more, it’s considered very healthy, as it’s loaded with nutrients and antioxidants. Spinach is a super food and can easily be incorporated into any dish.

Soup - Vegetable Borscht - Spring Borscht For Camping
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
Soup - Green Borscht - Green Borscht With Clarified Stock
Green Borscht

Green Borscht with Clarified Stock

If you strive to cook borscht (or any soup) with very clear stock, use the stock clarification method from this recipe. This technique not only ensures that you will get a crystal clear broth, but will help you make your borscht even tastier! Place beef bones in a pot and Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 4 years ago
Soup - Borscht with meatballs - Diet Siberian Borscht
Borscht with meatballs

Diet Siberian Borscht

All the goodies packed in one borscht! Beans, golden-fried onions and carrots, potatoes, spinach… Add beetroot infusion and meatballs and you have a masterpiece for borscht. First, wash the beans under running water and place them in a bowl. Cover with water and let them soak for 5-8 hours. Boil Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 4 years ago
Soup - Green Borscht - Green Borscht With Honey Agaric Mushrooms
Green Borscht

Green Borscht with Honey Agaric Mushrooms

Honey agaric mushrooms are very interesting in flavor and texture. They are small and crunchy, which adds a new twist to this green borscht. Plus, this recipe calls for golden beets instead of red ones so it’s definitely a borscht you need to try! Wash honey agaric mushrooms thoroughly, place Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 4 years ago
Soup - Green Borscht - Borscht With Spinach And Sausage
Green Borscht

Borscht with Spinach and Sausage

This green borscht is very aromatic and nutritious. Sorrel gives it a nice kick and sausage links add a distinctive nice flavor. You should definitely try this borscht! Wash brisket under running water, place into a pot and add cold water. Place on the stove and quickly bring to a 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
Soup - Green Borscht - Green Borscht With Pork Ribs
Green Borscht

Green Borscht with Pork Ribs

This classic green borscht recipe is very popular in Ukraine, where pork is the most widespread choice of meat. Hearty, thick and flavorful, this borscht is the ideal soup for cold winder days. Cut pork ribs, place into a pot, add cold water, cover with a lid and quickly bring Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 4 years ago
Soup - Uncategorized - Vegetarian Green Borscht
Green Borscht

Vegetarian Green Borscht

Quick and easy spring borscht! No meat, just healthy root and green vegetables, eggs and sour cream – this borscht is perfect for spring time. Start by cutting carrots, parsley root and yellow onion into small cubes. Then cook these vegetables on a skillet with oil for 10-15 minutes on Read more…

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

Sour Borscht with Greens

Craving something zesty and on the tart side? This green borscht is an awesome example of healthy and light and at the same time very flavorful and hearty soup. Beetroot greens, sauerkraut, mushrooms, spinach and sorrel – this borscht is packed with vitamins and minerals but not heavy on your Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 4 years ago
Soup - Uncategorized - Borscht With Sorrel And Spinach
Green Borscht

Borscht with Spinach

This is a very versatile green borscht recipe. You can make it with beef or pork or skip the meat whatsoever! Spinach is a great healthy addition and the assortment of vegetables used make this borscht very flavorful and amazingly tasty. Place beef bones into a pot, cover with cold Read more…

By Victoriia Revenko, 4 years ago

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