Jordan'S Meatball Borsht Recipe

Name: Jordan'S Meatball Borsht
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Bones from 1 chicken; 1 lb. ground turkey (lean); 3 onions, chopped; 2 clusters of garlic, separated and peeled; 4 cups of veggie water left over from any kind of steamed veggies; 2 cups sour cream; 2 tsp. grated lemon rind; 2 tsp. red pepper flakes; 2 tsp. dried basil; 2 tsp. dried oregano; 2 tsp. dried thyme; 1 tsp. ground black pepper; 1 tsp. salt; 1 tbs. olive oil; 1 tbs. soy sauce

Servings: persons

Bones from 1 chicken
1 lb. ground turkey (lean)
3 onions, chopped
2 clusters of garlic, separated and peeled
4 cups of veggie water left over from any kind of steamed veggies
2 cups sour cream
2 tsp. grated lemon rind
2 tsp. red pepper flakes
2 tsp. dried basil
2 tsp. dried oregano
2 tsp. dried thyme
1 tsp. ground black pepper
1 tsp. salt
1 tbs. olive oil
1 tbs. soy sauce

1
In a medium sauce pan, add chicken bones, whole cloves of garlic, lemon rind, red pepper flakes, basil, and oregano. Fill with water and boil uncovered on medium-low heat for 4 hours, adding more water about every hour, and stirring and squishing the softened garlic.
2
In the meantime, saute onions in olive oil and soy sauce until clear and lightly browned. Set aside.
3
In a bowl, mix ground turkey, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Mold into walnut sized balls and saute until browned on all sides (I use the same pan as the onions without washing it so that the meatballs take on those flavors). Set aside.
4
Strain the chicken broth into a large pot and add veggie water, sauteed onions, meatballs (along with the drippings from their pan), and salt to taste. Lightly boil for 30 minutes.
5
After serving, put a dollop of sour cream into each bowl and lightly mix.
6
All seasonings are approximate. Reduce or add to your personal taste. I enjoy making soups, so I tend to save the bones from the meats I cook and the water from the veggies I steam. If you use a store bought stock with this recipe, be sure to check the ingredients for salt and spices before adding your own.

1118

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* 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

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Bones from 1 chicken, 1 lb. ground turkey (lean), 3 onions, chopped, 2 clusters of garlic, separated and peeled, and more.

Yes, Jordan'S Meatball Borsht 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.

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Jordan'S Meatball Borsht

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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