Chorba Ruz

Name: Chorba Ruz
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: North African
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lb lamb shoulder, diced; 1 yellow onion, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tbsp tomato paste; 14 oz crushed tomatoes; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1/2 tsp ground caraway; 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon; 6 cups beef broth; 1/2 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped

A classic North African soup featuring tender spiced lamb, rice, and fresh herbs in a rich tomato broth.

55 minMediumServes 6380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 lb lamb shoulder, diced
1 yellow onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp tomato paste
14 oz crushed tomatoes
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp ground caraway
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
6 cups beef broth
1/2 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2

Add 1 lb diced lamb shoulder and brown on all sides for 6 minutes, ensuring internal temperature reaches 160°F.
3

Stir in 1 diced yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 4 minutes until softened.
4

Mix in 3 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp ground caraway, and 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, frying for 1 minute until fragrant.
5

Pour in 14 oz crushed tomatoes and 6 cups beef broth, bringing the liquid to a simmer.
6

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until the meat is tender.
7

Stir in 1/2 cup rinsed long-grain white rice and cook uncovered for 15 minutes until the rice is tender.
8

Turn off heat and stir in 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro and 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint before serving.

Questions

How long does Chorba Ruz keep?

Refrigerate it up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

Can I halve or double Chorba Ruz?

Yes. As written it serves 6. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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