Borscht without cabbage

Cookinero 18 Apr 2025

One of the main vegetable ingredients is cabbage and beetroot. However, if you don’t like the taste of cabbage in borscht, you can cook this dish according to our recipe. For the broth, we recommend beef, you can make the broth with other meat, such as chicken or pork.

How to cook Borscht without cabbage

Step 1

Borscht without cabbage

Cut the onion into half rings.

Step 2

Borscht without cabbage

Chop the garlic.

Step 3

Borscht without cabbage

Grate the carrots and beets on a coarse grater, or chop them very finely.

Step 4

Borscht without cabbage

Cut the potatoes.

Step 5

Borscht without cabbage

For the broth, boil the beef for 35-40 minutes in salted water. After that, take the meat out and cut it into pieces.

Step 6

Borscht without cabbage

Fry the carrots and onions. Then add the grated beets.

Step 7

Borscht without cabbage

Pour half a glass of warm broth, tomato paste and garlic, salt and pepper to taste into the pan. Simmer the vegetables for 5-7 minutes. Be sure to stir.

Step 8

Borscht without cabbage

Throw the potatoes into the broth. After the soup boils again, add the diced meat.

Step 9

Borscht without cabbage

Add the fried vegetables to the soup. Cook the borscht for another 5-7 minutes.

Step 10

Borscht without cabbage

Let the borscht soak up the spices and broth and let it sit before serving. Enjoy!

Borscht without cabbage - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes! Replace the beef broth with vegetable broth and omit the meat. Add mushrooms or beans for extra protein.
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. The flavors often improve after a day or two.
Absolutely! Freeze in portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently on the stove.
Substitute with ½ cup crushed tomatoes or 2 tbsp ketchup mixed with 1 tbsp lemon juice for acidity.
Stir in a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt just before serving for a rich, creamy texture.
Yes! Add 2 cups shredded cooked beef during the last 10 minutes of cooking instead of boiling raw meat.
Serve with crusty bread, garlic knots, or a simple cucumber salad. A sprinkle of fresh dill elevates the flavors.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic or top servings with a swirl of spicy horseradish sauce.

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