Spicy Beef Soup
Spicy Beef Soup is a hearty and flavor-packed dish that warms you from the inside out. Made with tender beef, vibrant spices, and fresh vegetables, this comforting soup is perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings with friends. The rich aromas and customizable ingredients make it a crowd-pleaser. Easy to prepare, this recipe will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef chuck roast
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 6 cups beef broth or water
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Chop the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, sear the chuck roast in oil until browned on all sides (3-4 minutes per side).
- Lower the heat and add onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in the broth to cover ingredients; add carrots, celery, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for at least one hour to meld flavors and tenderize the meat.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Customize by adding bell peppers or zucchini. For deeper flavor, let the soup simmer longer. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on low.