Beef, Potato and Quinoa Soup
If you're a fan of meat and potatoes, this robust quinoa soup is just what you need. This wholesome one-pot dish is perfect for a satisfying meal, often accompanied by aji and creamy avocado for an extra layer of flavor.
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Ingredients
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 to mato
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp homemade sazon
- 1/2 lb beef
- 5 cups water
- beef bullion
- 1 carrot
- 2 tbsp yellow bell pepper
- 2 medium potatoes
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 6 tbsp fresh chopped cilantro
- salt and pepper to taste
- 6-7 scallions
- 2 cloves garlic
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a spacious pot, then incorporate the scallions and garlic, cooking until they become tender, approximately 3 minutes over medium heat.
- 2
Stir in the diced tomato, cumin, sazon with achiote, and 1/4 cup of cilantro, allowing to cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- 3
Introduce the beef, water, bouillon, carrot, bell pepper, and salt to the pot, then bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
- 4
Once boiling, reduce the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer gently for about 1-1/2 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
- 5
After the simmering time, mix in the diced potato and pre-cooked quinoa, continuing to cook for another 25 minutes.
- 6
Fold in the remaining chopped cilantro just before serving.
- 7
For those using a pressure cooker, cook the soup with the meat for 45 minutes, then add the potato and quinoa, and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
Nutrition Information
Notes & Tips
- Adapted from Laylita's Recipes