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Kharcho Soup

Cultural Context

Kharcho soup hails from the rich culinary tradition of Georgia, known for its bold flavors and hearty ingredients. Traditionally made with beef and a variety of spices, it is often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. This dish embodies the warmth of Georgian hospitality and is cherished for its comforting qualities. Today, Kharcho has found fans around the world, inspiring numerous adaptations while retaining its essence as a beloved Georgian classic.

GeorgianGEmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb minced beef
2 tablespoons oil
2 cups tomatoes, chopped
1 cup sweet bell pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon chili pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon Mexican spices
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 can (15 oz) canned beans, drained and rinsed

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.

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.

1

Add a little bit of oil to the pan.

2

Put minced beef in the pan and cook until nearly ready.

3

Blend tomatoes and sweet bell pepper in a kitchen machine to make tomato juice.

4

Add 8 to 10 pieces of uncut garlic and one onion to the blender with the tomatoes.

5

Once the beef is not red, add spices: salt, black pepper, chili pepper, and dried basil (1 teaspoon basil, ½ teaspoon each for the others).

6

Mix the spices into the beef.

7

Add the blended tomato soup to the beef.

8

Add canned beans to the mixture.

9

Wait for the soup to start boiling.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifeblender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

KharchoGeorgian Kharcho

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