Hearty Beef and Vegetable Soup: A Comforting Bowl of Flavor

Hearty Vegetable and Beef Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1/4 kg beef (including some beef bones for added flavor)
• 4 carrots
• 7 green beans
• 6 cabbage leaves
• 2 potatoes
• 1 small cauliflower
• 1 red tomato

For the Spice Blend:

• 2 cloves garlic
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp ground white pepper
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 3 cm ginger, lightly crushed
• 2 stalks green onions (scallions)
• 2 sprigs celery
• Beef broth powder to taste
• Fried shallots for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef:

   • Cut the beef into bite-sized pieces according to your preference. Include the beef bones for a richer broth.
   • Wash the beef and bones thoroughly. Place them in a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Simmer until the beef is tender and cooked through.

2. Prepare the Vegetables:

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   • While the beef is cooking, clean and chop the vegetables. Slice the carrots, green beans, cabbage, potatoes, and cauliflower into desired sizes. Dice the tomato.

3. Cook the Vegetables:

   • Once the beef is tender, add the chopped vegetables to the pot. Continue to simmer, allowing the vegetables to cook in the flavorful beef broth.
   • Add the crushed ginger to the pot to infuse the soup with its warm, spicy aroma.

4. Prepare the Spice Blend:

   • In a mortar and pestle or food processor, grind the garlic with a pinch of salt until it forms a smooth paste.
   • Add this garlic paste to the simmering soup along with the ground white pepper, ground nutmeg, diced tomato, and finely chopped green onions (scallions).
   • Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning with a bit of beef broth powder if desired.

5. Final Touches:

   • When the vegetables are almost tender, add the celery stalks to the soup. Allow them to cook just until they are slightly softened.
   • Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed. Once the vegetables are perfectly tender, turn off the heat.

6. Serve:

   • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish generously with fried shallots for an extra layer of flavor and crunch.
   • Enjoy this hearty, comforting soup as a complete meal or serve it as a starter to a larger feast.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving Size: 1 cup
• Calories: Approx. 150
• Protein: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Fat: 5g
• Fiber: 3g

This Hearty Vegetable and Beef Soup is a delightful combination of tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices, perfect for warming you up on a cool day. Its balanced flavors and nutritious ingredients make it a wholesome choice for any meal. Enjoy this comforting dish with family and friends, and relish in the love that comes with every spoonful.