READY IN ABOUT 2¾ hrs

Easy Borscht

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"Great borscht, given to me by my 90yr old father-in-law, Vincent." — Dana Modzeleski

Directions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add potatoes, and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
In another pot, simmer ribs and onions in 4 cups of water for 2 hours, or until ribs are tender. Remove ribs, and set aside. Skim fat from simmering liquid, and pour in beet juice. Add chopped pork and beets, and bring to a simmer.
In a bowl, whisk sour cream together with 2 cups of water and the vinegar. Slowly stir into soup. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve over boiled potatoes.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 2 hrs 20 mins
READY IN 2 hrs 35 mins

Reviews More Reviews

Most Helpful Positive Review

Oct 02, 2008

Good and simple. Since I vegetarianized this, I used textured soy and two 'beef' bullion. Also added one carrot and two stalks of celery. I would recommend serving with a dollop of sour cream on top. Also, save yourself the dishes and use only one pot- add ingredients in this order: celery, carrots, potatoes, then beets so that they are all equally as soft. Borscht shouldn't feel chunky, but rather melt in your mouth.

—mcmeg12

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jul 25, 2012

I added some fresh thinly sliced cabbage towards the end of the cooking process or if you are adventurous add sauerkraut it gives it a lot of good flavor. Additionally there is no need to cook in 2 separate pots. I just cooked the meat first (strain the water, skim the fat) then add the potatoes and rest of the veggies. I only used 3 medium potatoes. For additional flavor I added beef base (i use organic). You HAVE to eat borsh with sour cream, it brings out the flavor. I grew up eating borsh and now I make it at least once a month.

—foxy_girl04

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10 Ratings

Nov 23, 2010

I love borscht, I am originally from Ukraine where borscht is all you eat!

—Natasha

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Jul 03, 2008

you have to enjoy the flavor of beets, but this is an outstanding dish.

—THEDAD

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Jun 13, 2012

Not like my Russin mother used to make at home with veal on the bone, but very close...

—kbresler

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Feb 24, 2012

This was a very good soup. My grandson, who lived in Ukraine as a young child, loved it. My suggestions: using vegetable broth in place of the water and including 2 cups of grated cabbage when adding the beets to the meat and broth. I really appreciated the simplicity of using canned beets in this recipe.

—Mary P.

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Mar 02, 2011

Nice simple recipe. I added dill for authentic flavor an used precooked roast to me it in an hour. Wish I'd found this ages ago!

—Yeylayna

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Nutrition

Calories
517 kcal
26%

Carbohydrates
34.7 g
11%

Cholesterol
95 mg
32%

Fat
33.1 g
51%

Fiber
4.3 g
17%

Protein
21.4 g
43%

Sodium
677 mg
27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Easy Borscht

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 517
Calories from Fat: 298

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 33.1g 51 %
Saturated Fat 16.1g 81 %
Cholesterol 95mg 32 %
Sodium 677mg 27 %
Potassium 1066mg 30 %
Total Carbohydrates 34.7g 11 %
Dietary Fiber 4.3g 17 %
Protein 21.4g 43 %
Sugars 10g
** Vitamin A 11 %
** Vitamin C 47 %
** Calcium 19 %
** Iron 27 %
** Thiamin 73 %
** Niacin 69 %
** Vitamin B6 46 %
** Magnesium 28 %
** Folate 41 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.