Tomato-based Beef Shurpa with Carrots and Potatoes
Tomato-based Beef Shurpa with Carrots and Potatoes is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is a combination of tender beef, sweet carrots, and creamy potatoes, all simmered in a rich tomato-based broth. The dish is easy to make and can be served as a main course or as a side dish.
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Cooking tips:
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to cook the shurpa.
- Brown the beef in batches to ensure that it is evenly cooked.
- Add the vegetables in the order listed to ensure that they cook evenly.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste.
Instructions:
1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
2. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
3. Add the carrots and potatoes to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
5. Add the beef back to the pot and simmer for an additional 30 minutes, or until the beef is tender.
6. Serve the shurpa hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Appearance and taste:
Tomato-based Beef Shurpa with Carrots and Potatoes is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for cold winter nights. The dish has a rich and savory flavor, with a hint of sweetness from the carrots and potatoes. The broth is thick and flavorful, and the beef is tender and juicy. The dish is garnished with fresh parsley, which adds a bright and fresh flavor to the dish.
Type of dish: Main course
3 main ingredients: Beef, Carrots, Potatoes
