How to Make Sweet and Sour Borscht Shooters - A Step-by-Step Guide

For a unique and flavorful twist on traditional borscht, look no further than these Sweet and Sour Borscht Shooters. This recipe takes the classic Eastern European soup and turns it into a fun and portable appetizer that is perfect for entertaining. With its vibrant colors and bold flavors, these shooters are sure to be a hit at any gathering.

The base of this recipe is a rich and tangy borscht, made with beets, carrots, and onions. The addition of vinegar and sugar gives it a sweet an...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (15 ounce) cans whole baby beets
  • ¾ cup vegetable broth, or more if needed
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • salt to taste
  • 5 tablespoons sour cream, or as desired

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 30
  • Yield: 30 shooters

  • Place beets and their juices, 3/4 cup vegetable broth, 1/2 cup sour cream, lemon juice, and sugar into a blender. Blend until smooth; thin with more vegetable broth, if desired. Taste and season with salt as needed.
  • Transfer borscht to a bowl. Cover and chill at least 3 hours or overnight.
  • Whisk borscht; spoon 3 to 4 teaspoons into each shooter. Top each shooter with about 1/2 teaspoon of sour cream.
  • Nutrition

    32 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 3mg
    • Sodium: 70mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 12mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 54mg