BEEF SOUP| recipe guyanese style

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.

Cut beef into chunks.

Season beef with salt and black pepper.

Heat a large pot over medium heat.

Add beef and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove beef and set aside.

In the same pot, add onions, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Add carrots, potatoes, and celery; stir to combine.

Return beef to the pot and add water until covered.

Add thyme, bay leaves, and scotch bonnet pepper.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1-1.5 hours, until beef is tender.

Add green bell pepper and tomatoes; cook for an additional 10-15 minutes.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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