Chashushuli in Georgian

2 servings

55 minutes

Chashushuli is one of the most popular Georgian meat dishes, traditionally made from beef. Its name comes from the Georgian word 'chashusha,' meaning 'spicy,' which fully reflects its rich spicy flavor. The dish is prepared by stewing, making the meat incredibly tender and the sauce thick and aromatic. Key ingredients like ucho-suneli, adjika, and fresh cilantro give chashushuli a unique character of Caucasian cuisine. This dish pairs perfectly with lavash or fresh bread that absorbs the rich tomato-spicy sauce. Chashushuli is traditionally served at large feasts or family gatherings, and its vibrant taste and fragrant spices make it an indispensable part of Georgian culinary culture.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 526.1
• Proteins: 26.8g
• Fats: 37.1g
• Carbohydrates: 23.3g

Ingredients

• Beef: 230 g
• Onion: 150 g
• Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
• Sweet pepper: 130 g
• Cherry tomatoes: 160 g
• Tomato paste: 1.5 tbsp
• Garlic: 15 g
• Red onion: to taste
• Coriander: 35 g
• Dry adjika: 1 tbsp
• Chili sauce: 1 tbsp
• Olive oil: 2 tbsp
• Utskho-suneli: 1 tbsp
• Sea salt: to taste
• Ground pepper mix: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Chop the bell pepper and onion into large pieces.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet pepper: 130 g
   • Onion: 150 g

2. Chop the cilantro.

   Required ingredients:

   • Coriander: 35 g

3. Chop the garlic finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 15 g

4. Cut the beef into cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beef: 230 g

5. In a bowl, mix the beef and onion. Add olive oil, lemon juice, and dry adjika. Mix thoroughly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beef: 230 g
   • Onion: 150 g
   • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
   • Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
   • Dry adjika: 1 tablespoon

6. Heat a deep skillet over high heat, add the beef. Simmer on medium heat for 15 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beef: 230 g

7. Add sweet pepper, ucho-suneli, and ground pepper mix. Stir.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet pepper: 130 g
   • Utskho-suneli: 1 tablespoon
   • Ground pepper mix:  to taste

8. Cover with a lid and simmer for 7 minutes.

9. Blanch the cherry in boiling water for 1 minute.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cherry tomatoes: 160 g

10. Put the cherry tomatoes in the pan.

    Required ingredients:

    • Cherry tomatoes: 160 g

11. Cover with a lid and simmer for another 3 minutes.

12. Crush the cherry tomatoes, add tomato paste and salt. Mix well.

    Required ingredients:

    • Cherry tomatoes: 160 g
    • Tomato paste: 1.5 tablespoon
    • Sea salt:  to taste

13. Cover with a lid and simmer for 15 minutes.

14. Add chili sauce. Mix.

    Required ingredients:

    • Chili sauce: 1 tablespoon

15. Cover with a lid and simmer for 5 minutes.

16. Add cilantro and garlic, mix. Remove from heat.

    Required ingredients:

    • Coriander: 35 g
    • Garlic: 15 g

17. Place the finished dish in a deep bowl. Add cilantro leaves, red onion rings, and serve.

    Required ingredients:

    • Coriander: 35 g
    • Red onion:  to taste