Borscht Recipe Instant Pot
Description
Borscht is a popular Eastern European soup that is typically made with beets, tomatoes, carrots, onions, and cabbage. It is usually served with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkling of dill. This Instant Pot version is an easy and delicious way to make this classic soup. It comes together quickly and is a great way to feed a crowd.
Prep Time
This Instant Pot Borscht recipe takes 10 minutes of active prep time. That includes chopping vegetables, measuring ingredients, and sautéing the vegetables.
Cook Time
The total cooking time for this recipe is 30 minutes. That includes the time it takes to come to pressure and the time it takes to cook the soup.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 large beets, peeled and diced
- 1/2 head of cabbage, cored and diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Sour cream and fresh dill, for serving
Instructions
1. Set your Instant Pot to the sauté setting. Add the olive oil and onion, and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add the carrots, celery, garlic, and thyme, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
2. Add the tomato paste and stir to combine. Add the beets, cabbage, vegetable broth, red wine vinegar, and honey. Stir to combine.
3. Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set to high pressure for 10 minutes. When it is done cooking, quick release the pressure.
4. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkling of fresh dill. Enjoy!
Equipment
To make this Instant Pot Borscht recipe, you will need an Instant Pot or other electric pressure cooker. You will also need a cutting board and knife for chopping the vegetables.
Notes
This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd. You can also substitute the beets for other vegetables, such as sweet potatoes or turnips. If you don't have red wine vinegar, you can use white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar instead.
Nutrition: Per Serving
- Calories: 140
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 4g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 9g
Recipe Tips
For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of butter or a few tablespoons of cream to the soup. You can also add some diced potatoes to the soup for a heartier version. To make this recipe vegan, replace the honey with agave nectar and omit the sour cream.
This Instant Pot Borscht is a delicious and easy way to make a classic Eastern European soup. It comes together quickly and is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Enjoy!
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