tschi (russian cabbage soup)

How To Make tschi (russian cabbage soup)

• Step 1
  In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, bring water to a boil and add meat. Over low heat, let the meat simmer, covered, for 1-1/2 hours.
• Step 2
  Raise heat and add potatoes and cabbage. When water boils again, reduce heat to low and cover.
• Step 3
  Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a medium skillet and add the grated carrots and chopped onions. Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the tomato paste and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Step 4
  Add the contents of the skillet to the soup pot. Add salt, pepper, and garlic. Let simmer for another 15 minutes.
• Step 5
  Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream.
• Step 6
  NOTE: If you don't have any meat, you may use canned beef broth (half water/half broth), or one can of stewed beef. Put the vegetables together with the broth or canned meat and cook for 40 minutes.
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