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Armenian Tomato and Meat Borscht with Fermented Dough

A rich and savory borscht with tomatoes and meat, served with a side of traditional Armenian fermented dough for a unique texture and flavor.

60 minutes4 servings
Armenian Tomato and Meat Borscht with Fermented Dough
Photo: Tiia Monto · CC BY-SA 3.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large pot, brown the meat over medium heat until fully cooked, then set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté onion, carrots, and potatoes in olive oil until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add tomatoes, cabbage, water, salt, and pepper, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Stir in sour cream and vinegar, then cook for 5 more minutes.
  6. While the borscht simmers, prepare the fermented dough by kneading it until smooth and then shaping it into small rounds.
  7. Place the dough rounds on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden and crispy.
  8. Serve the borscht warm with the crispy fermented dough on the side.
  9. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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