Belgrade Beef and Potato Stew (Beogradska Čorba od Govedine i Krompira)
Beogradska Čorba od Govedine i Krompira, or Belgrade Beef and Potato Stew, is a hearty and comforting dish that is popular in Serbian cuisine. This stew is packed with tender beef, potatoes, and a rich, flavorful broth that is perfect for warming up on a cold day.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef stew meat, cut into cubes
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 cups beef broth
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the beef stew meat over medium-high heat.
- Add the onions and garlic, and cook until softened.
- Stir in the carrots, potatoes, bay leaves, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the beef broth and bring the stew to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
- Adjust the seasoning if needed, then serve the stew hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 2 hours
- Total time:
- 2 hours
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large pot Cutting board Knife Wooden spoon Measuring spoons Measuring cups
Tools
Potato peeler
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Beogradska Čorba od Govedine i Krompira with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For extra richness, you can add a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh herbs on top of the stew before serving.
Cost
$20