Borscht, Russian Tea Room Recipe

Name: Borscht, Russian Tea Room Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 c. beef or possibly chicken consomme; 1 c. tomato sauce; 1 1/2 c. shredded cabbage; 3/4 c. thinly sliced celery; 3/4 c. thinly sliced onions; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 1/2 c. julienne-stripped raw beets; Salt & pepper, if needed; 2 teaspoon red wine vinegar (optional); 1/4 c. chopped fresh dill weed; Lowfat sour cream

Servings: persons

1
Pour consomme into a large soup kettle.
2
Add in tomato sauce, cabbage, celery, carrots, onions.
3
Bring to boil; turn heat to low.
4
Skim soup.
5
Simmer covered for ten min or possibly till vegetables are tender, but with shape.
6
Stir in sugar and add in beets.
7
Skim as needed.
8
Simmer covered for 10 min or possibly till beets are tender.
9
Check seasonings.
10
Add in salt and pepper to taste.
11
Stir in vinegar, if using it.
12
Turn soup into a tureen or possibly 6 individual soup bowls.
13
Sprinkle with dill.
14
Serve warm with lowfat sour cream on the side.
15
45 min preparation.

635

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

113

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 c. beef or possibly chicken consomme, 1 c. tomato sauce, 1 1/2 c. shredded cabbage, 3/4 c. thinly sliced celery, and more.

Yes, Borscht, Russian Tea Room Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!