How to make Georgian Kharcho soup + Eastern European Food.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Sunflower seeds provide a similar texture while being nut-free.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: barley

Quinoa offers more protein, while barley is often cheaper.

tomato paste

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can reduce preservatives, and canned are often more affordable.

Brown beef in a large pot over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove beef and set aside; add chopped onion to the pot and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.

Return beef to the pot and pour in water; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 1-1.5 hours, until beef is tender.

Add rice and spices; stir well and continue to simmer for 20-25 minutes.

In a separate bowl, blend walnuts with a little broth until smooth.

Incorporate walnut mixture into the soup and stir well.

Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley and cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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