Easy Ukrainian Borscht Soup Recipe (Beet Soup)

Name: Easy Ukrainian Borscht Soup Recipe (Beet Soup)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: European, Eastern European
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil; 1/2 pound beef (225 grams); 1 onion, finely chopped; 4-5 garlic cloves, grated; 2 large carrots, thinly sliced; 1 parsnip, cubed; 1 large potato, cubed; 5 beets, cubed (500 grams); 2 bay leaves; 8 cups beef stock (2 liters); 1/4 small cabbage, shredded; 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, or as needed; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons sugar, optional; 2 tablespoons fresh dill; sour cream and more dill, for serving