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Shirat

A deeply savory Middle Eastern beef broth soup simmered with warm spices, onions, and tomato. Rich and fragrant, it is traditionally served warm alongside flatbread.

60 minEasyServes 4340 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs beef chuck roast, cubed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 yellow onion, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a heavy pot over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Add 1.5 lbs cubed beef chuck roast and sear until browned on all sides, ensuring the internal temperature reaches at least 160 F.

  3. 3

    Remove the meat and add 2 diced yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves to the pot, cooking for 5 minutes until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, and 2 tbsp tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

  5. 5

    Return the meat to the pot, pour in 4 cups beef broth and 1 tsp salt, then simmer uncovered for 30 minutes until tender.

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Questions

What is Shirat?

A deeply savory Middle Eastern beef broth soup simmered with warm spices, onions, and tomato. Rich and fragrant, it is traditionally served warm alongside flatbread. This reference files it under Middle Eastern soup: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 60 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Shirat?

As written, 60 minutes: 15 of prep and 45 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (30 minutes): "Return the meat to the pot, pour in 4 cups beef broth and 1 tsp salt, then simmer uncovered for 30 minutes until tender."

What internal temperature should Shirat reach?

For Shirat, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I skip the searing in Shirat?

Step 2 reads: "Add 1.5 lbs cubed beef chuck roast and sear until browned on all sides, ensuring the internal temperature reaches at least 160 F." You can, but you give up flavor. The browning in step 2 builds the savory base the rest of the dish is seasoned against. Give the pieces room so the pan stays hot.

Is Shirat gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Shirat is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the broth.

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