Borscht is not just a dish for Ukrainians, it is part of the national treasure that gives warmth and comfort. Today we will share a recipe for vegetarian borscht Recipe, which has preserved the classic taste, but is an ideal option for those who choose a plant-based lifestyle.
Ingredients
Before we get started, make sure you have all the ingredients you need to make this delicious borscht.
Main ingredients:
- 2 beets, selected and chopped
- 1 potato, peeled and chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 1 cabbage, shredded
- 3 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 red pepper, chopped
- 3 Art. spoons of vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup tomato juice
- 1/4 cup of vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 cups of vegetable broth
Garnish:
- Sour cream
- dill
- Lemon
How to cook
1. Preparation of ingredients
Start by preparing all the vegetables. Cut off the ends and skin of beets, potatoes and carrots. Cut them into small pieces. Also cut onions, tomatoes, peppers and cabbage.
2. Frying vegetables
Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over high heat. Add onions and fry until golden. Add beets, potatoes and carrots. Fry for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are browned.
3. Adding the rest of the ingredients
Add chopped tomatoes, peppers and cabbage to the fried vegetables. Pour tomato juice, vinegar and broth. Add sugar, salt and pepper to taste. Reduce the heat and cook the borscht for 20-25 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
4. Subordination
Divide the finished borscht into portioned bowls. Garnish each portion with sour cream, fresh dill and a lemon wedge.
Nutritional value
As a vegetarian dish, borscht is not only tasty, but also useful for the body. Here are some nutrition facts:
Nutrients | Quantity per serving |
---|---|
Calories | 150 |
Squirrels | 4 g |
Fats | 5 g |
carbohydrates | 20 g |
Vitamin C | 30% of the recommended daily allowance |
Iron | 10% of the recommended daily allowance |
Calcium | 6% of the recommended daily allowance |
Tips for cooking
- For greater taste, you can add fried onions to the borscht before serving.
- You can replace some of the oil with vegetable stock for a lighter touch.
Vegetarian borscht is a great way to enjoy a traditional Ukrainian taste while remaining on the vegetarian menu. This recipe is easy to prepare, and the result will add flavor and color to your table.