Description
A hearty and comforting soup made with tender beef, aromatic spices, and rich flavors, perfect for cold weather and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds beef chuck (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 2 teaspoons salt (divided)
- ¾ teaspoon black pepper (divided)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 cups onions (chopped)
- 2–3 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups red wine
- 4 cups beef broth
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried caraway seeds
- 2 teaspoons ground marjoram
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 tablespoons parsley (chopped)
- 2 medium carrots (peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces)
- Sour cream for serving
Instructions
- Season the beef by mixing with 1 teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of black pepper.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat, sear the beef until browned on all sides, then remove and set aside.
- Add chopped onions to the pot, cooking until soft and golden (5-7 minutes), then add garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in sweet paprika and flour; cook for 1 minute to eliminate raw flour taste.
- Deglaze the pot by pouring in red wine and scraping the bottom to release browned bits. Let reduce by half (about 5 minutes).
- Add seared beef back, then stir in beef broth, tomato paste, caraway seeds, marjoram, thyme, bay leaves, remaining salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and let simmer for 90 minutes.
- Add carrots, continue simmering for 30-40 minutes until beef and carrots are tender.
- Remove bay leaves, stir in chopped parsley, adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Ladle soup into bowls, top with sour cream, and serve hot with crusty bread.
Notes
Sear the beef well for rich flavor. Use quality broth and wine for the best taste. Adjust seasoning to preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg