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Guyanese Beef Soup

Cultural Context

Guyanese Beef Soup is a hearty dish rooted in the culinary traditions of Guyana, often enjoyed as a comforting meal during family gatherings or rainy days. The soup reflects the diverse influences of the country's indigenous, African, and Indian heritage, showcasing local ingredients and spices. Today, it is a beloved staple in many Guyanese households, with variations that may include different meats or vegetables.

GuyaneseGYmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb beef
1 cup split peas
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon mustard
to taste hot sauce
4 oz beef noodles
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 seasoning cubes
3 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
2 shallots
1 tablespoon ginger
1 teaspoon thyme
2 stalks celery
2 medium Irish potatoes
1 medium sweet potato
1 ripe plantain
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon flour
1 tablespoon sugar
8 cups water

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 pork is often less expensive.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños offer heat while being milder; bell peppers add flavor without spice.

1

Add split peas to a pot and pour in beef.

2

Add seasoning cubes, hot sauce, and paprika for flavor.

3

Cook for about 20 minutes.

4

Add onion, garlic, shallots, ginger, and celery to the pot and mix.

5

Pour in more water and let it boil.

6

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

7

Mix flour and sugar in a bowl, then add butter and mix well.

8

Add water to form a soft dough for dumplings.

9

Shape the dough into balls.

10

Add dumplings to the soup and spread them out.

11

Let the soup boil for about 50 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifestirring spoon

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Beef SoupGuyanese Soup

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