Jul 14 2026
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Beef Soup Recipe

Inspired by El Azteca
Time2h
Serves6

Soup made with savory tender beef chunks, zucchini, potatoes, chayote, & green beans. Served with rice, cilantro, onions, & tortillas

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Ingredients

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Beef Soup Base

Vegetables

For Serving

Method

Soup Preparation

  1. 1

    Brown the Beef

    In a large pot over medium-high heat, add the beef cubes and sear them until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté Onions and Garlic

    In the same pot, add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Return the browned beef to the pot. Add beef broth, water, salt, black pepper, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil.

  4. 4

    Simmer the Soup

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Adding Vegetables

  1. 5

    Add Vegetables

    After the soup has simmered for 1 hour, add diced zucchini, potatoes, chayote, and green beans. Stir well to combine.

  2. 6

    Continue Cooking

    Cover the pot again and let the soup simmer for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Serving

  1. 7

    Prepare to Serve

    Once the soup is ready, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove bay leaves before serving.

  2. 8

    Serve

    Ladle soup into bowls and serve hot alongside cooked rice, chopped cilantro, finely chopped onions, and tortillas.

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