Beef And Walnut Soup (georgian Kharcho)

Beef and Walnut Soup, also known as Georgian Kharcho, is a traditional dish from the Caucasus region. This hearty and flavorful soup is perfect for cold winter days, and it's packed with nutritious ingredients.

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Beef And Walnut Soup (georgian Kharcho)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef, cut into small cubes
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup walnuts, finely ground
  • 1/4 cup rice
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups beef or vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, brown the beef over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in the ground walnuts and rice, and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the diced tomatoes, broth, paprika, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1.5 hours, or until the beef is tender.
  5. Adjust the seasoning if needed, and serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped cilantro.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
25g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Chopping board Knife Measuring cups and spoons Can opener Wooden spoon

Tools

Pot Knife Can opener Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Beef and Walnut Soup with a side of crusty bread or over a bed of cooked rice for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can toast the ground walnuts in a dry skillet before adding them to the soup.

Cost

$20