Classic soup
Description
The soup is simple and quick to prepare. Bozbash is a soup of the peoples of the Caucasus, and each region has its own way of making it. The fundamental principle involves using lamb, vegetables, and dried fruits. I offer you the following version.
Instructions
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Step 1
Place the meat in a pot and pour in two liters of cold water. Bring to a boil, skim off the foam, reduce the heat, and simmer for 30 minutes.
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Step 2
While the meat is cooking, peel and chop the onion (I cut it into cubes about 1x1 cm), and sauté it for about 3 minutes.
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Step 3
After the cooking time is up, remove the meat from the broth and strain the broth. Take the meat off the bones (if you used bone-in lamb). Cut into pieces.
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Step 4
Add to the onion and sauté for another 2 minutes.
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Step 5
Cut the potatoes into cubes and add them to the boiling broth.
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Step 6
Add the sliced peppers, prunes, and tomato paste to the pan with the meat and onions, one after another. Fry for about 5 minutes.
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Step 7
Put all the sautéed mixture into the boiling broth. Don't forget to add salt and herbs. Bring to a boil and simmer over medium heat for 15–20 minutes.
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Step 8
Serve at the table.