- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 shallot, sliced
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 1 large beetroot, grated
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- pinch of sugar
- 200ml/7fl oz beef stock
- Greek yoghurt
- chives, chopped to garnish
- Heat the oil in a frying pan over a medium heat and fry the shallot and garlic until soft.
- Add the beetroot and red wine vinegar and cook to reduce the liquid.
- Add the sugar and cook for one minute.
- Add the beef stock and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the soup into a serving bowl, and serve with a spoon of Greek yoghurt and chopped chives.