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Eastern European Style Cabbage Borscht (soup)

February 26, 2012 by Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski Leave a Comment

My mom was brought up on a farm but has an Eastern European heritage.  Even though she said she hated to cook, she managed to save a few traditional recipes from her childhood.  The recipe for Eastern European Style cabbage borscht was always a favorite in our family and is made with shredded cabbage leaves, tomatoes, onions, and raisins.

Enjoy this recipe!

Baby Boomer Recipes | Russian Cabbage Soup

Eastern European Style Cabbage Borscht

Rebecca Forstadt Olkowski
This is a delicious and hearty soup. Enjoy it with crusty fresh bread.
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Course Entree
Cuisine Russian

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs brisket
  • beef bones
  • 2 quarts water
  • 2 onions diced
  • 2 cups canned tomatoes
  • 2 lbs cabbage coarsely chopped
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp seedless raisins

Instructions
 

  • Sear the brisket in a large skillet
  • Combine the brisket, bones, and water in a deep soup pot
  • Bring to a boil
  • Add the onions and tomatoes
  • Cover and cook over low heat for 1 hour
  • Add the cabbage, salt, and pepper
  • Cook for 1 hour.
  • Turn off the heat and let it set a few minutes until the fat rises. Skim off any excess fat using a large spoon. (or put it in the refrigerator until the fat is solid and then remove it.
  • Stir in the lemon juice, sugar, and raisins/
  • Taste to correct seasonings if necessary.
  • Serve with the meat as a garnish. (or leave it in the soup)

In medieval times cabbage was called “The drug of the poor” because of its healing properties.  It helps rid the body of inflammation, prevents colon cancer, headaches, ulcers, and certain skin conditions. It’s also cleansing.

This Eastern European cabbage borscht tends to be sweeter than some recipes. That’s because it contains a small amount of sugar and raisins.

You may also enjoy my mom’s stuffed cabbage recipe. Recipe updated 3/2022.

Do you have a favorite recipe from your family heritage?  Please leave a comment below.

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