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Greek Beef Soup (Kreatosoupa)

Greek Beef Soup (Kreatosoupa)

Bushra
A hearty traditional Greek beef soup with vegetables, herbs, and a bright lemon finish
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Course Soups
Cuisine Greek
Servings 6 portions

Equipment

  • Large pot

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 kg beef, cut in portions (35 oz.)
  • 3 tbsps olive oil
  • 3 carrots, peeled and cut in slices
  • 2-3 sticks celery, cut in slices
  • 2 white onions, finely chopped
  • 2-3 bay leaves
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut in cubes
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 beef bouillon cube
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 lemon, zested
  • salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • To prepare this Greek beef soup recipe, first cut the beef into 5cm (2 inches) pieces.
  • Heat a large pot over high heat. Add the olive oil and beef and sauté, until nicely coloured.
  • Add the finely chopped onions and carrots and sauté for 1 more minute.
  • Pour in the same pot approx. 1.5L of water. (The water should cover the ingredients.)
  • Add the celery, potatoes, bay leaves, thyme and beef cube. Stir well with a wooden spoon.
  • Place the lid on, turn the heat down and let the beef soup simmer for approx. 2 hours. Check once in a while to remove the foam from the surface with a spoon. Add more water if needed as it evaporates.
  • After the beef is done add the lemon juice, lemon zest, a splash of olive oil and season to taste.
  • Serve while still warm with a slice of lemon and chopped thyme. Enjoy!
Keyword Greek cuisine, hearty soup, Mediterranean beef soup, traditional kreatosoupa, winter comfort food
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