Children's borscht

Cookinero 8 May 2025

Pediatricians recommend including soups in the menu for children. They normalize digestion processes and charge little fidgets with energy. One of the healthiest soups is children's borscht. In the recipe, unlike the adult one, the use of garlic and spices, as well as vinegar essence is not allowed. It is prepared on meat broth, water or beetroot broth.

How to cook Children's borscht

Step 1

Children's borscht

Prepare the soup base. Pour the meat broth into a saucepan, add the bay leaf and bring to a boil. Salt to taste.

Step 2

Children's borscht

Combine the broth with vegetables. Add cabbage to the boiling broth, after it boils again, add chopped potatoes and one whole one. Cook for 10-15 minutes

Step 3

Children's borscht

Prepare the frying. In a frying pan with vegetable oil, fry the onion and carrot until done, about 7-10 minutes. Then put the vegetables in a saucepan.

Step 4

Children's borscht

Prepare the beetroot. Fry the grated beetroot in the same pan where the onion and carrot were stewed for about 7-10 minutes. At the end of frying, add the tomato paste and stir.

Step 5

Children's borscht

Combine the beets with the remaining vegetables and finish cooking the borscht. Place the fried beets with tomato paste in a saucepan, bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes. Turn off the stove and let the soup sit for about 10-15 minutes.

Children's borscht - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes! Simply replace the meat broth with vegetable broth and proceed with the recipe as written. The soup will still be flavorful and hearty.
Leftover borscht can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stove for best results.
Absolutely. Borscht freezes well for up to 3 months. Cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers, leaving some space for expansion.
Yes, you can halve the beet quantity or substitute with more carrots for a milder flavor while maintaining the soup's vibrant color.
You can substitute with 1/4 cup tomato sauce or 2-3 fresh diced tomatoes, though the flavor intensity may vary slightly.
For creamier texture, blend about a third of the cooked soup before adding the beets, or stir in a dollop of sour cream before serving.
Serve with crusty bread, garlic toast, or soft dinner rolls. For a traditional touch, offer sour cream and fresh dill as toppings.
Yes! Combine all ingredients except the tomato paste and cook on low for 6-8 hours. Add tomato paste during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

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