Kazakhstan's BEST Kept Secret Shorpa Recipe Revealed

meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: none

Dried herbs are more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is often cheaper.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

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

Pour in water and bring to a boil, skimming off any foam that rises.

Add diced potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers to the pot.

Season with bay leaves, black pepper, and salt to taste.

Reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until the meat is tender.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Stir in fresh herbs and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve hot, garnished with more herbs if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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