Embrace the warmth of Eastern European tradition with this vibrant slow-cooked borscht. Earthy beets mingle with tender beef and a medley of vegetables in a rich, tangy broth. A comforting and convenient way to savor a classic, perfect for a chilly evening.
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Nutrition
Carbohydrate
33 g
Cholesterol
51 mg
Fiber
6 g
Protein
16 g
Saturated Fat
8 g
Sodium
897 mg
Sugar
15 g
Fat
18 g
Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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In a slow cooker, combine the beets, diced tomatoes, potatoes, beef stew meat, onion, carrots, and garlic.
02 Step
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, dried parsley, dried dill weed, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the ingredients in the slow cooker, adding additional beef broth as needed to ensure the ingredients are mostly covered. (5 minutes)
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Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 8 1/2 hours or on High for 4 hours. (4-8.5 hours)
04 Step
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Stir in the shredded green cabbage, ensuring it is submerged in the liquid. Cover the slow cooker again.
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Cook on High until the cabbage is tender, about 30 minutes. (30 minutes)
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Remove and discard the bay leaf before serving. Garnish each serving with a generous dollop of sour cream.
For a richer flavor, sear the beef stew meat in a skillet with a little oil before adding it to the slow cooker.
Adjust the amount of red wine vinegar and brown sugar to suit your taste preferences. Some people prefer a tangier or sweeter borscht.
Feel free to add other vegetables, such as bell peppers or celery, to customize the recipe.
Fresh dill is a great addition as a garnish, if available.
Borscht tastes even better the next day, as the flavors meld together. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Kellie Beer
May 4, 2025The sour cream is a must! It balances the flavors perfectly.
Jazmyne Treutel
Feb 16, 2025This borscht is amazing! The slow cooker makes it so easy.
Jaleel Lesch
Feb 3, 2025Doubled the recipe for a larger crowd and it worked great!
Selena Balistreri
Dec 29, 2024The cabbage adds a nice texture to the soup.
Araceli Collier
Sep 5, 2024My family loves this recipe, especially during the cold winter months.
Jewel Lueilwitz
Apr 29, 2024I added a touch of smoked paprika for extra depth of flavor. Delicious!
Lee Schimmel
Feb 14, 2024I used vegetable broth instead of beef broth to make it vegetarian, and it was still fantastic.
Noemi Bartell
Feb 12, 2024I like to roast the beets before adding them to the slow cooker for a deeper flavor.
Houston Durgan
Jan 16, 2024Next time, I'll try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little kick.