Celery root, also known as celeriac, is a root vegetable closely related to celery, parsley and parsnips. It has a celery-like flavor and starchy texture. It originated in the Mediterranean and belongs to the same plant family as carrots. Celery root is widely used in Eastern European cuisine in soups, stews and salads.
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…
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…
An unusual, yet very historically accurate and simple borscht. This recipe uses the best ingredients: brisket for great broth, celery and parsley root for great flavor and a lot of beetroot. Meatballs are added in the end. Place brisket in a deep pot and cover with cold water. Add roughly Read more…
A Polish variation of a popular Ukrainian beetroot soup – borscht. Cut the brisket into big pieces and wash under running water. Place meat pieces into a pot, cover with cold water and bring to a boil. Remove any foam as soon as it starts to boil. Then add roughly Read more…
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…
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…
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…
This borscht is a perfect option for vegetarians and those who do not consume meat. Lots of veggies and hearty roots will make this borscht your favorite wintertime soup. If you are using tomatoes for this borscht, start by cutting them into 2-4 parts. Place tomatoes in a little pot, Read more…
This is a very traditional Ukrainian borscht recipe for Christmas. It’s a lenten recipe because Ukrainian forefathers were fasting before Christmas, however, using beans and mushrooms in this recipe makes it very heartful and flavorful. Merry Orthodox Christmas! Soak the beans in cold water for 5-8 hours. Then boil the Read more…
This borscht is very peculiar because you can use any type of meat you want. You will get the best result if you use any type of smoked meat or ham. The flavor will be just amazing! Wash beef bones thoroughly under cold running water. Place beef bones into a Read more…