Hong Kong Borscht

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 10
A classic Hong Kong Borscht
in Soup

Prep

20 min

Cook

2.5 hours

Ready In

3 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb oxtail
1 onion , cut into strips
1 tomatoes , cut into chunks
2 potatoes , peeled and cubed
1 carrot , peeled and cubed
2 celery ribs , chopped
4 cups cabbage , shredded
2 garlic cloves , diced
1 bay leaf
salt and pepper
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 cup tomato paste
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup oil
8 cups water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
321
Sugar
8g
Fat
15g
Hong Kong borscht is a classic Western-style soup that has become popular in Hong Kong's cha chaan tengs (tea restaurants). It's a hearty soup made with oxtail, cabbage, potatoes, carrots, and celery. The use of tomato paste and ketchup gives this soup its characteristic deep red color and tangy flavor. It's a comforting and satisfying meal that's perfect for cold weather days.

Instructions

1.Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2.Add oxtail and brown on all sides. Remove from pot and set aside.
3.Add onion, garlic, celery, and tomato and sauté until soft.
4.Add cubed potatoes, carrots, and shredded cabbage with bay leaf and beef bouillon cubes.
5.Pour water into the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 2 hours.
6.Remove oxtail from pot and let it cool enough to handle. Shred the meat with a fork and add it back in the pot.
7.Stir in tomato paste, ketchup, paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.
8.Simmer on low heat for another 20-30 minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed.

PROS

This borscht is a comforting and flavorful soup.

The oxtail adds richness and depth of flavor to the soup.

It’s a great way to use up cabbage and other vegetables that you have on hand.

CONS

This soup takes a long time to cook, so it’s not a quick and easy recipe.

Oxtails can be expensive and hard to find in some regions.

This soup may not be suitable for vegetarians or vegans.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This borscht is packed with vegetables and oxtail, which are a great source of vitamins and minerals.
The soup is also low in calories, sodium, and fat.
The oxtail contains collagen, which can support joint health and improve skin elasticity.

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