Borscht with cabbage

Cookinero 11 Jan 2026

Fresh cabbage, beets, other vegetables, potatoes are important ingredients for this wonderful and hearty dish. For the broth, you can take beef, pork or chicken.

How to cook Borscht with cabbage

Step 1

Borscht with cabbage

Chop the cabbage.

Step 2

Borscht with cabbage

The carrots need to be grated.

Step 3

Borscht with cabbage

And chop the onion.

Step 4

Borscht with cabbage

Cut the potatoes into strips or cubes.

Step 5

Borscht with cabbage

Chop the garlic very finely or grate it.

Step 6

Borscht with cabbage

Grate or chop the beets.

Step 7

Borscht with cabbage

Cook the broth with bay leaf for half an hour.

Step 8

Borscht with cabbage

Place the onion and carrot in a preheated frying pan with vegetable oil.

Step 9

Borscht with cabbage

Simmer garlic, beets, tomato paste and half a glass of broth for 3-5 minutes.

Step 10

Borscht with cabbage

Remove the cooked meat from the broth and cut it into pieces that are convenient for you.

Step 11

Borscht with cabbage

When the broth boils, add cabbage and potatoes. Cook everything for 3-4 minutes on high heat. Then add meat.

Step 12

Borscht with cabbage

Throw the fried mixture in there too.

Step 13

Borscht with cabbage

Add grated horseradish, salt and ground black pepper to taste. Stir the soup occasionally.

Step 14

Borscht with cabbage

Add fresh chopped dill.

Step 15

Borscht with cabbage

Boil the soup for 4-5 minutes on high heat, turn it off and let it sit. Enjoy!

Borscht with cabbage - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Absolutely! Simply replace the meat broth with vegetable broth and omit the meat. The soup will still be flavorful thanks to the vegetable sauté and tomato paste.
Properly stored in an airtight container, borscht stays fresh for 4-5 days. The flavors often improve after 1-2 days as the ingredients meld together.
Yes, borscht freezes well for up to 3 months. Cool completely before freezing, and leave some headspace in containers as it expands. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Canned beets (drained) work in a pinch, but reduce cooking time since they're pre-cooked. For color, add 1-2 teaspoons of vinegar if using canned beets.
Skip the potatoes and add extra cabbage or zucchini. The beets contribute most carbs, so reduce quantity slightly if needed.
Yes! Pork, beef, or even smoked sausage work well. Adjust cooking time accordingly—tougher cuts need longer simmering in step 7.
Tomato paste enhances the depth of flavor and helps maintain the beets' vibrant color. If unavailable, use 2 tablespoons tomato sauce or 1 diced fresh tomato.
Use pre-shredded cabbage and carrots. For beets, a food processor with grating attachment speeds up preparation significantly.
Gently reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. Avoid boiling vigorously to preserve texture.
Yes! Prepare the entire soup 1 day ahead—the flavors intensify. Reheat gently before serving and add fresh dill at the last moment for maximum freshness.

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