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Beg's Soup

Cultural Context

Beg's Soup, or Begova čorba, is a traditional Bosnian dish believed to have originated in the Ottoman Empire. It reflects the region's culinary heritage, combining simple ingredients into a hearty meal. Often served during special occasions and family gatherings, this soup embodies warmth and hospitality. Today, variations exist across the Balkans, showcasing local ingredients and flavors, making it a beloved comfort food.

BosnianBAmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb beef
1 medium onion
2 medium carrots
2 medium potatoes
2 stalks celery
1 medium bell pepper
3 cloves garlic
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup parsley
8 cups water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 oz smoked meat
1 cup chickpeas

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than beef.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils offer similar texture and are often cheaper.

smoked meat

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: bacon

Turkey provides a healthier alternative to smoked meat.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier while canola oil is cost-effective.

1

Chop the chicken.

2

Halve the chicken thighs and place in a pot with pieces of vegetables to cook until the meat separates from the bone.

3

Add dry spices.

4

Pour in water and let it cook until the meat separates from the bone.

5

Once cooked, separate the meat and chop it.

6

Add a bit of butter to the pot.

7

Add the chopped meat back to the pot.

8

Once it boils, add the okra and cook for 10 minutes.

9

Add one egg and two tablespoons of kaymak to the pot, ensuring not to add them too early to preserve the aroma.

10

Add parsley and let it cook for 50 minutes on low heat.

11

Finish with a squeeze of lemon before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifeladle

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Begova čorbaBeg's Stew

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