Name: Belarusian Borscht with Pork
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Belarusian
Ingredients: 500g pork shoulder; 2 large beets; 1 medium cabbage; 2 potatoes; 1 onion; 2 cloves garlic; 2 liters water; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon vinegar; salt to taste; fresh dill for garnish

Belarusian Borscht with Pork

A hearty Belarusian borscht with tender pork, beets, and cabbage, flavored with garlic and vinegar.

75 minutes6 servings

Method

Dice the pork shoulder into bite-sized pieces.
In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
Add the pork and cook until browned on all sides.
Add the beets, cabbage, potatoes, and garlic, and stir to combine.
Pour in the water and bring to a boil.
Add the vinegar and season with salt.
Reduce heat and let simmer for 45-60 minutes.
Garnish with fresh dill before serving.
For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.