Sopa Leão Veloso

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) beef stew meat, cubed 500g (1.1 lb) beef stew meat, cubed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and diced 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 celery stalk, sliced 1 celery stalk, sliced
• 2 bay leaves 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 4 cups (950ml) beef broth 4 cups (950ml) beef broth
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 25g, 4g
• Protein: 32g
• Fiber: 5g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
2. 2.
   In the same pot, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
3. 3.
   Add the carrots, potatoes, celery, bay leaves, paprika, and dried thyme to the pot. Stir well to combine.
4. 4.
   Return the browned beef to the pot and pour in the beef broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. 5.
   Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
6. 6.
   Remove the bay leaves from the soup. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
7. 7.
   Serve the Sopa Leão Veloso hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef stew meat — For a more tender result, you can marinate the beef cubes in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, and your choice of herbs for a few hours before cooking.
• Bay leaves — Be sure to remove the bay leaves before serving, as they are not meant to be eaten.

Tips & Tricks

• To add a smoky flavor, you can sprinkle a small amount of smoked paprika into the soup.
• For a heartier meal, serve the Sopa Leão Veloso with a side of crusty bread.

Serving advice

Serve the Sopa Leão Veloso in warm bowls, garnished with fresh parsley. Accompany it with a slice of crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, drizzle a swirl of olive oil on top of the soup and sprinkle some paprika or fresh herbs for a pop of color.