Green borscht with nettle

Cookinero 19 Jan 2023

Green borsch with nettle can compete with nettle soup, which, if not tried, then at least heard or read everything about them. The composition of our soup includes tender young cabbage, as well as green sweet pepper, which gives the dish a particularly piquant taste. Well, the nettle itself ... She can sing laudatory odes endlessly! First of all, it is a storehouse of vitamins and minerals, especially iron and vitamin C, which are responsible for the proper functioning of the immune system and normal blood formation. In general, green borsh with nettle will benefit not only the soul, giving a pleasant taste experience, but also the body. So this soup is definitely worth it!

How to cook Green borscht with nettle

Step 1

Green borscht with nettle

Prepare the ingredients for green borscht. Rinse nettles carefully with running cold water and shake off excess. Then chop, removing any too tough stems.

Step 2

Green borscht with nettle

Wash the young cabbage for borscht, chop finely, then cut across into slices 2-3 cm long. Wash the green pepper, cut in half and remove the stalk with seeds. Cut the pulp into thin strips.

Step 3

Green borscht with nettle

Wash green onions for borscht and cut into small rings. Peel the garlic, crush with the flat side of a knife and chop. Wash the parsley and chop very finely.

Step 4

Green borscht with nettle

Heat vegetable oil in a heavy bottomed saucepan. Add green pepper and cook, stirring, 5 minutes. Put garlic and green onion. Cook, stirring, 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Green borscht with nettle

Boil the broth or water. Pour into the pan with the fried vegetables. Bring to a boil again. Add cabbage and cook for 5 minutes. Then add nettle and parsley. Salt, pepper and cook green borscht for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Green borscht with nettle

Close the pot with green borscht. Turn off the fire underneath. Leave the borscht on the hot stove. After 10 minutes, pour into bowls. You can add sour cream to each.

Green borscht with nettle - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can use spinach, kale, or sorrel as a substitute for nettle, though the flavor will vary slightly.
Properly stored in an airtight container, green borscht will keep for 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
To make this vegetarian, simply use vegetable broth instead of meat-based broth and omit any meat garnishes.
Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat to preserve the fresh flavors of the greens.
Yes, but the texture of the greens may change slightly. Freeze in airtight containers for up to 2 months.
Try hard-boiled eggs, fresh dill, sour cream, or a dollop of yogurt for added richness.
Reduce or omit the potatoes if included, and focus on the greens and other vegetables for a lower-carb version.
Yes, frozen nettles work well. Just thaw and drain them before adding to the soup.
Serve with an assortment of toppings and garnishes on the side so guests can customize their bowls.

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