Description
Beef Soup (Kharcho) is a comforting Georgian dish that envelops you in warmth and flavor. This hearty soup features tender chunks of beef simmered in a rich broth, infused with aromatic spices and fresh herbs. Perfect for chilly days or family gatherings, each bowl offers a delightful blend of taste and tradition. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, it’s an ideal recipe to create lasting memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 large onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 cups tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- ½ cup long-grain rice
- coriander
- cumin
- black pepper
- Fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown cubed beef chuck roast in oil for about 5 minutes.
- Set beef aside, sauté chopped onions until translucent (3 minutes), then add minced garlic for another minute.
- Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes.
- Return beef to the pot with 2 quarts of water and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add rice and spices; reduce heat to low and simmer gently for about an hour until beef is tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving; garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
For deeper flavor, let the soup sit overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Adjust spice levels by varying black pepper or adding chili flakes for heat.
Incorporate vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Georgian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg