How to Make Cabbage Borsht - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cabbage borsht is a classic Eastern European soup that is hearty, comforting, and filled with nutritious ingredients. This traditional dish has been a staple in many households for generations, and is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day. With its vibrant colors and robust flavors, cabbage borsht is not only delicious, but also a feast for the eyes.

This soup is made with a base of cabbage, which is then mixed with beets, carrots, potatoes, and other vegetables. The addition of a ...

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Ingredients

  • 3 pounds bone-in chicken pieces
  • 1 gallon water
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 large head cabbage, cored and shredded
  • 3 large peeled and diced red potatoes
  • 1 large carrot, diced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 bunch chopped fresh dill

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Place chicken in a large pot of water. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook approximately 30 minutes. Remove from water, cool, and shred into bite-size pieces. Discard skin and bones.
  • In a large stock pot, heat 1 gallon of water with tomato soup and salt. Bring to a low boil. Place cabbage, potatoes, carrot, onion, chicken, and bay leaf in pot, and return to a simmer. Cook at a very low simmer until vegetables are tender, approximately 20 minutes. Add parsley and dill, taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed, and serve.
  • Nutrition

    308 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 60mg
    • Sodium: 966mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 77mg
    • Calcium: 100mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 983mg