"With slow cooked beef stew meat and onion sautéed in a roux, the borscht brings a wonderful smell to your house during cooking. Serve it with your favorite bread or just enjoy it alone. This Shanghai version of beef borscht soup for sure satisfies your craving for a warm comfort meal on a chilly day. For more great recipes like this one, visit Gourmet Persuasian...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 Tablespoons canola oil
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2 Tablespoons butter
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1/4 Cup all-purpose flour
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1 medium onion, sliced
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1 Pound beef stew meat
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2 stalks celery, chopped
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1 Cup carrots, chopped
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1 large russet potato, diced
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4 Teaspoons minced garlic (about four medium garlic cloves)
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2 Cups beef broth
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6 Ounces tomato paste
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14.5 Ounces can diced tomatoes
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1 bay leaf
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1 Teaspoon sea salt
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2 Tablespoons brown sugar
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1/2 Teaspoon ground black pepper
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3 Cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
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Chopped fresh basil, for garnish