Name: Lenten borscht with white beans: Rich flavor without meat
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: Russian
Ingredients: Cabbage slaw - 500 g; Potato - 4 pcs.; Beet - 1 pcs.; Carrot - 1 pcs.; Onion - 2 pcs.; Garlic - 2 pcs.; Tomato juice - 1 glass; Canned white beans - 1 can; Paprika - 1 tsp.; Allspice - 4 pcs.; Bay leaf - 1 pcs.

Russian

Discover lean borscht with white beans - a surprisingly quick and delicious dish, ideal for those who are watching their diet or fasting. This bean borscht variation will be a great addition to your vegetarian or fasting diet, offering a healthy serving of protein and an unforgettable taste.


The first step to fragrant borscht: Prepare the vegetables – peel, wash and chop them. Cut potatoes and onions into cubes, and cabbage, beets and carrots into strips. Preparation is the key to a quick and delicious result!


The secret to a rich color: Over medium heat, adding a little vegetable oil, stew the chopped beets for 15 minutes. This process will help preserve the brightness and flavor of the beets in your borscht.


Vegetable base: Carefully add diced potatoes and cabbage to boiling water. First the potatoes, and after the water boils again – the cabbage. Cook for 7-10 minutes so that the vegetables retain their texture and beneficial properties.


Harmony of taste: Add the stewed beets to the pot and cook for another 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and create a rich, saturated taste of the borscht.


Aromatic dressing: Fry carrots and onions in vegetable oil until golden brown. Add them to the pot to enrich the borscht's flavor with sweetness and aroma.


Final touches: In 7 minutes, add the spices, bay leaf, and a glass of tomato juice. Add salt to taste to reveal all the nuances of flavor in your borscht.


Completing the culinary symphony: Add the beans (previously drained) and cook for another 10 minutes. If desired, finish the borscht with finely chopped garlic and fresh herbs for a bright aroma and flavor.


Lenten borscht with white beans: Rich flavor without meat


European

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Soviet USSR

This borscht is a true gem for those who value time but aren't willing to compromise on taste! It cooks much faster than traditional soup with fresh beef, as you won't have to simmer meat broth for a long time. Try this recipe if you want to quickly prepare a fragrant and hearty soup, but be prepared for its flavor to be slightly different from the classic, bringing its own unique touch.

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Lenten borscht with white beans: Rich flavor without meat

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