Fried Beef Soup

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Servings: 6 servings Difficulty: Advanced
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A hearty, rustic French-style beef broth with fried potatoes and aromatic spices
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Fried Beef Soup

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 servings Calories: 59.5

Description

This hearty Fried Beef Soup is a comforting classic that combines tender chunks of beef with a rich, aromatic broth. The dish features deep flavors from bay leaves, peppercorns, and cloves, balanced by the savory crunch of fried potatoes. Perfect for chilly evenings, this soup offers a satisfying texture contrast between the soft meat and crispy potato elements. It is an excellent choice for family dinners or cozy weekend meals, providing warmth and nostalgia in every bowl. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe delivers robust flavor that improves as the ingredients meld together during simmering.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cut the beef roast into large, bite-sized chunks and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. Season the beef generously with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  3. Heat oil or dripping in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  4. Brown the beef chunks on all sides until deeply caramelized, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
  5. Remove the browned beef and set aside. Reduce heat to medium and add sliced onions to the pot.
  6. Sauté the onions until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  7. Return the beef to the pot. Add bay leaves, peppercorns, and cloves.
  8. Pour in enough water or beef stock to cover the meat by about an inch.
  9. Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer.
  10. Cover and simmer for 2 to 3 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
  11. Meanwhile, peel and slice new potatoes into thick rounds or wedges.
  12. Boil the potatoes in salted water until just tender, then drain and let dry slightly.
  13. In a separate skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Fry the boiled potatoes until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
  14. Skim excess fat from the surface of the soup broth.
  15. Ladle the hot broth and beef into serving bowls.
  16. Top each bowl with the crispy fried potatoes.
  17. Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 59.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.3g1%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.5mg1%
Sodium 13.2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 12.5g5%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
Sugars 3.4g
Protein 2.1g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: beef, soup, fried, potatoes, french, comfort, broth, hearty, winter, simmered, spices, bay leaf, peppercorns, cloves, rustic, traditional, dinner, easy
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