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Kharcho Beef Soup

Soul-Warming Kharcho Beef Soup for Cozy Nights

This Kharcho Beef Soup is a comforting Georgian dish that combines tender beef, aromatic spices, and hearty rice in a rich, flavorful broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Georgian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 pounds beef chuck substitute with stew meat for quicker cooking
  • 4 cups beef broth can swap with chicken stock if preferred
  • 2 cups water adjusts the broth's consistency
  • 1 large onion chop finely for even cooking
  • 2 medium tomatoes fresh or canned work beautifully
For Thickening
  • 1 cup uncooked rice use more for a thicker soup
For Flavor
  • 4 cloves garlic minced, fresh is best
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste intensifies the tomato flavor
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for browning meat and sautéing veggies
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika adjust to spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper fresh ground is ideal
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes for extra heat
For Garnish
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley sprinkle on just before serving
  • 1 bunch cilantro add before serving
  • 1 cup sour cream optional for creaminess

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add the 2 pounds of beef chuck cubes and brown on all sides for about 7-10 minutes.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, cumin, paprika, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Mix in 2 diced tomatoes and 2 tablespoons of tomato paste. Cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  5. Pour in 4 cups of beef broth and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
  6. Add 1 cup of uncooked rice, stirring well. Simmer for another 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
  7. Taste and adjust salt as needed. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, cilantro, and sour cream before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Let the soup rest for a bit before serving for enhanced flavors. This soup tastes better the next day.

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