This hearty, aromatic, cozy Greek Beef Soup (Kreatosoupa) with potatoes and vegetables in every mouthful is sure to be a family favorite. Serve it up with your favorite crusty bread or a simple side salad. If you love a hearty soup as much as I do, then try these other soups that are perfect throughout autumn and winter. Shepherd's Pie Soup, Healthy Zuppa Toscana, Mulligatawny Soup, or this Creamy Taco Soup. But don't forget about the comforting flavors of Greek beef soup!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Melt in your mouth juicy beef and a hearty serving of vegetables in every bowlful all in a savory and warmly spiced broth. You'll feel good knowing your family is getting extra nutrients with the bone broth too! This Greek beef soup is also Paleo and Whole30 friendly.
Ingredients You Will Need
Beef chuck roast: is best when cooked long and slow for several hours to obtain that perfect melt in your mouth texture.
Extra virgin olive oil: is the least processed form of olive oil. I used Olivelle brown butter olive oil. Use pennysprimal to save.
Celery: is a nutrient-rich, low-calorie food and adds a delightful crunch to this Greek beef soup.
Carrots: are root vegetables that are perfect for roasting or infusing a soup with a natural sweetness and robust flavor.
Pearl onions: are small, round onions, typically ½ to 1 inch in diameter, with a sweet and mild flavor.
Yukon gold potatoes: are a starchy root vegetable that provides energy, potassium, and vitamin C. They have a subtly sweet, rich, and buttery flavor.
Fire roasted diced tomatoes: are charred over an open flame and add a smoky flavor to the dish.
Red wine vinegar: is known for its distinctive tangy flavor and the perfect addition to this Greek beef soup in place of red wine. I used Olivelle sun-dried tomato balsamic. You can use pennysprimal to save.
Beef bone broth: adds extra nutritional value to the soup. I love Kettle and Fire and you can use pennysprimal to save.
Thyme: is a pungent herb that can withstand longer cooking times in stews and soups and adds a depth of flavor.
Garlic powder: adds a milder flavor that will dissolve easily into the soup.
Cinnamon: has a warm, sweet flavor and aroma.
Allspice: adds a depth of flavor and it has a savory-sweet flavor.
Ground cloves: have a warm, sweet, and slightly bitter flavor with a pungent aroma.
Kosher salt: is a type of salt characterized by its large, irregular shaped flakes.
Black pepper: adds a mild level of heat to your food it is known as the "King of Spice" due to all of the health benefits for our bodies.
Lemon: adds a fresh, bright, and tangy element, which can help balance the richness of Greek beef soup ingredients.
Instructions
Pat the beef dry: with paper towels and toss in a bowl with the salt and pepper.
In a large pot: heat the olive oil.
Brown the beef: pieces on all sides.
Add the: carrots, celery, onions, and diced tomatoes.
Pour: the beef broth over and add the red wine vinegar, bring to a boil.
Add: all of the spices.
Simmer: for one hour, covered, medium low heat.
Now add: the potatoes and simmer for another hour to complete your Greek beef soup.
Garnish: with lemon slices before serving.
Enjoy!
Recipe Tips and Tricks
Use frozen pearl onions: to save on time when preparing this soup.
Allow enough time: to simmer for the full 2.5 hours. Trust me, it's worth the wait for this Greek beef soup!
Recipe Variations
Red pepper flakes: are perfect to kick up the heat if you like.
Tomato paste: is a great alternative to the diced tomatoes for a thicker Greek beef soup.
Orzo: is a delicious option instead of the potatoes if you are not concerned about keeping this recipe Paleo or Whole30 friendly.
Storage Tips
You can store this Greek Beef Soup in the refrigerator for 5 days when placed in an airtight glass container. It also freezes well for up to 6 months.
FAQs About Greek Beef Soup
Why put vinegar in soup?
Vinegar adds a depth of flavor to soups, especially great for tomato-based soups like Greek beef soup.
What is the best cuts of beef for soup?
Stew meat or chuck roast, ground beef or brisket are all excellent choices for a hearty Greek beef soup.
Why add lemon to soup?
Lemon adds a brightness and touch of acidity to your Greek beef soup.
Greek Beef Soup
Ingredients
- 2 lb Beef chuck roast cut in 2" cubes, I like Grass Roots Coop
- ¼ cup Extra virgin olive oil or Olivelle brown butter olive oil
- 2 ribs Celery sliced
- 3 whole Carrots sliced
- 14 oz Pearl onions frozen
- 3 medium Yukon gold potatoes peeled and cubed
- 14.5 oz Fire roasted diced tomatoes canned, I like Muir Glenn
- 32 oz Beef bone broth or beef broth, I like Kettle and Fire
- ¼ cup Red wine vinegar or Olivelle sun-dried tomato balsamic
- 1 teaspoon Thyme dried
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon Allspice
- 1 pinch Ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 whole Lemon sliced for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Pat the beef dry with paper towels and toss in a bowl with the salt and pepper.
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil.
- Brown the beef pieces on all sides.
- Add the carrots, celery, onions, and diced tomatoes.
- Pour beef broth over and add the red wine vinegar.
- Add all of the spices.
- Simmer for 1.5 hours, covered.
- Add the potatoes and simmer for one hour longer.
- Garnish with lemon slices before serving.
- Enjoy!
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