Cold Pink Borscht in a Glass Recipe

Name: Cold Pink Borscht in a Glass
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds beets; 2 garlic cloves, sliced; 2 large shallots, sliced; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon coriander seeds; 3 cloves; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne, or to taste; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar, or to taste; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1 cup whole-milk yogurt; Chopped fresh dill or chives (optional)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds beets
2 garlic cloves, sliced
2 large shallots, sliced
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
3 cloves
⅛ teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar, or to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup whole-milk yogurt
Chopped fresh dill or chives (optional)

1
Peel and slice the beets and put them in a large saucepan.
2
Cover with 8 cups water and add the garlic, shallots, bay leaf, coriander, cloves, cayenne, sugar, vinegar, oil and salt.
3
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the beets are tender.
4
Check the seasoning of the broth.
5
It should be distinctly sweet, sour, peppery and flavorful.
6
Correct the seasoning, adding salt and cayenne if necessary, and freshly ground pepper.
7
Cool slightly.
8
Remove the bay leaf.
9
Puree the soup well in a blender, then strain into a large bowl.
10
Chill in the refrigerator or over ice until cold.
11
Just before serving, whisk in the yogurt.
12
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding a splash of vinegar if necessary.
13
Thin with a little water to achieve the correct thickness like a thin milkshake.
14
To serve, pour into small water glasses.
15
Garnish with freshly ground pepper and, if desired, fresh dill or chives.

159

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds beets, 2 garlic cloves, sliced, 2 large shallots, sliced, 1 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Cold Pink Borscht in a Glass falls under the General 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.

Cold Pink Borscht in a Glass

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