Kharcho (Georgian Beef Soup)
A rich and aromatic Georgian soup made with beef, rice, tomatoes, and traditional spices. Bold, slightly spicy, and deeply comforting.
Ingredients
- Beef ribs700g
- Carrot1pcs
- Onion2pcs
- Rice75g
- Tomato Paste8g
- Tomato350pcs
- Khmeli-suneli6g
- Salt3g
- Garlic3cloves
- Chili pepper1pcs
- Parsley10g
- Cilantro10g
- Dill10g
- Butter20g
- Oil15ml
- Pomegranate juice50ml
Steps
- 1
Sear beef in butter and oil until golden.
- 2
Transfer to pot, add onion, carrot, and water (just covering meat). Simmer ~1 hour.
- 3
Sauté chopped onion, add tomato paste and chopped peeled tomatoes.
- 4
Season with salt and khmeli-suneli, cook until soft.
- 5
Remove meat from broth, cut into pieces.
- 6
Add rice, meat, and sautéed vegetables to broth. Cook until rice is done.
- 7
Add garlic, herbs, chili, and pomegranate juice. Let rest 15–20 min.
Nutrition per serving
28gProtein
30gCarbs
20gFat
420Calories
