Quick kharcho

4 servings

15 minutes

Quick kharcho is a simplified version of the classic Georgian soup that retains its rich flavor and aroma. Traditionally made with beef and walnuts, this variant substitutes meat with minced meat, speeding up preparation without losing depth of taste. Tomato paste and tkhemali give the dish a characteristic sourness, while khmeli-suneli fills it with the richness of Georgian spices. Onion and garlic add piquancy, and rice makes the soup hearty. It’s the perfect dish for those who want to enjoy traditional Caucasian flavors without long hours in the kitchen. Quick kharcho pairs well with fresh herbs and lavash, and its warming spiciness makes it especially pleasant on cool days.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 529.9
• Proteins: 24.7g
• Fats: 36.7g
• Carbohydrates: 24.7g

Ingredients

• Ground beef: 500 g
• Onion: 1 head
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Vegetable oil: 2 tbsp
• Tomato paste: 2 tbsp
• Tkemali: 1 tbsp
• Rice: 5 tbsp
• Khmeli-suneli: 0.5 tsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. We pour water over the rice and put it on the fire.

   Required ingredients:

   • Rice: 5 tablespoon

2. We chop the onion into cubes, mince the garlic, and heat them in oil in a pan for 2 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons

3. Then we add the minced meat and fry it.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground beef: 500 g

4. We fill everything with tomato paste and tkhemali. Heat for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to the pot with rice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomato paste: 2 tablespoons
   • Tkemali: 1 tablespoon

5. Adding khmeli-suneli.

   Required ingredients:

   • Khmeli-suneli: 0.5 teaspoon

6. We cook everything until the rice and minced meat are soft.

7. Salt and pepper to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste