Name: Borscht preparation
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: Russian
Ingredients: Sugar - 100 g; Beet - 3 kg; Carrot 1 pc. - 1 kg; Tomatoes 2 pcs. - 2 kg; Onions 2 pcs. - 1 kg; Lemon acid - 0.3 tsp.; Vegetable oil 2 tbsp. l. - 170 ml; Greens (parsley, cilantro, basil, dill - to taste; Table vinegar (9%) - 150 ml; Bay leaf - 3 pcs.

Russian

Prepare this wonderful borscht base, which will significantly simplify the process of making your favorite soup during the cold season. Beets, carrots, onions, and tomatoes, stewed with aromatic spices, will become the perfect foundation for a rich and delicious borscht. This preparation will not only save you time but also fill your home with the summery aromas of vegetables.

To begin, ensure your jars and lids are perfectly clean and sterilized. This is crucial for the long-term preservation of your borscht base.

Carefully prepare all the vegetables. Wash and peel the beets, carrots, and onions. Gently peel the tomatoes to ensure a tender preserve.

Grate the beets on a coarse grater, and the carrots can be grated or cut into thin strips. Cut the onion into quarter rings, then into strips. Blend the tomatoes or pass them through a meat grinder until smooth.

Heat half of the vegetable oil in a saucepan and add the carrots and onions. Sauté the vegetables until they turn a beautiful golden color to release their aroma.

While the onions and carrots are sautéing, prepare the herbs. Remove the stems and finely chop the parsley, dill, and cilantro. Although herbs are available year-round, summer herbs fresh from the garden will add a special charm to your preparation.

Add the beets, chopped tomatoes, chopped herbs, sugar, and citric acid to a saucepan. Pour in the remaining vegetable oil so that all ingredients are well soaked.

Simmer the vegetables together for 40 minutes, until the beetroot is tender. Shortly before the end of cooking, add a bay leaf for extra flavor.

Pour in the vinegar and bring the mixture to a boil once more to ensure its preservation.

Distribute the hot borscht preparation into sterilized jars and seal them tightly with lids. Wrap the jars and leave them until completely cooled. Store the finished preparation in a dark, cool place to enjoy the taste of summer in winter.

Borscht preparation

European

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Semolina porridge is an excellent choice for breakfast. It is low in calories yet quite filling. However, to make semolina taste delicious, you must prepare it correctly. Before cooking, it is important to let the grains soak in the milk for a few minutes. This specific step will allow you to achieve a porridge without any lumps. During the cooking process, it is also necessary to stir the semolina constantly. Otherwise, it will overcook, and you will have to start over. If you follow all these tips, the porridge will turn out very appetizing.

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Ukrainian

This sweet and sour, moderately spicy pepper sauce, thanks to pectin, transforms into a thick and almost transparent jelly as it cools in the jar. To achieve a vibrant and beautiful color, use bell peppers of various shades. You can adjust the sauce's spiciness by reducing the amount of jalapeño or omitting it entirely, or conversely, by adding chili or another hot pepper. The sauce cooks for only 1 minute after boiling, keeping the small pieces of pepper slightly crunchy.

Sweet and sour pepper sauce

If your tomato harvest is too large, you don't have to limit yourself to just pickling them for winter. You can make excellent homemade ketchup from tomatoes, and it will taste just as good as store-bought, and certainly healthier and more natural. Besides tomatoes, you'll need onions, apples, bell peppers, and sugar. Choose apples of sour or sweet-and-sour varieties. Antonovka, Bely Naliv, Semerenko, Bessemyanka, or Idared would be good choices. The specified amount of ingredients yields two 1-liter jars.

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Discover the amazing zucchini jam with dried apricots – it's not just a sweet treat, but a true treasure trove of fiber and vitamins, enriched with the healing properties of dried apricots. It's perfect for both young and overripe zucchinis that you want to give a new lease on life. The dried apricots will give the neutral zucchini a vibrant flavor with a slight tartness and fill the jam with a subtle, slightly spicy aroma. From the specified amount of ingredients, you will get one 0.3-liter jar.

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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.

Borscht with stewed meat

Preparing this delicious borscht is much simpler than it seems! The secret lies in choosing fresh, high-quality ingredients and precisely following the recipe. We suggest using tender chicken fillet to make the borscht less fatty, but you can experiment with any other meat if you wish. And if you want to add a twist, try supplementing the soup with beans. The main thing is to maintain balance so that each flavor harmoniously unfolds in this aromatic dish.

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Caucasian

Immerse yourself in a world of oriental flavors with this incredibly tender and aromatic dish! Succulent grape leaves, wrapped around a savory turkey mince with rice and onions, are simmered to perfection and then served with a refreshing sour cream sauce featuring garlic and dill. This dish will truly elevate your table and provide an unforgettable culinary experience.

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