Borscht Soup (Classic Beet Soup with Meat)

Name: Borscht Soup (Classic Beet Soup with Meat)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 20 min
Total time: 1 h 40 min
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 6 ounces pork sausage; 1 large onion (diced); 3 cloves garlic (thinly sliced); 1 large carrot (finely diced); 2 medium red beets (peeled and cubed); 1 cup green cabbage (shredded); 2 bay leaves; 1 cup canned diced tomatoes; 4 cups water; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 cup fresh dill (roughly chopped); 1 cup sour cream; Sea salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:1h 20min

Borscht soup recipe is a hearty beet soup with a rich ruby color, earthy flavor, and a bright finish. It cooks slowly, which gives it a steady, developed depth that holds up well in every bowl. It works well for dinner and keeps nicely for leftovers, making it a practical, everyday soup.

Updated at: Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:13:53 GMT