There’s this restaurant i go to eat in once in a while located not too far from where i stay. They’ve got a lot of tasty meals on the menu but one meal that stands out for me is this beef and potato soup. At first, i probably got attracted by the colors but then it takes more than colors to keep me coming back for more. So, instead of enjoying this meal alone i decided to start making it at home for the fam . This recipe is very much inspired by their beef and potato soup creation…although I do not know their recipe and this isn’t exactly a “copycat” version per se. This is just an easy way to make something similar at home for everyone to enjoy and i think it tastes even better ;).
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 1hr:15mins
Step 1: Dice the beef into smaller bits, rinse and place in a medium sized pot. Add just enough water to cover the content of the pot and some salt. Cook for about 15 minutes till the meat softens.
Step 2: Peel the Irish potatoes and cut into small chunks. Rinse the potatoes and add it into the pot with cooked beef. Pour some more water (just enough to cover the potatoes in the pot). Add the crushed seasoning, check for salt and add more if needed, add the curry powder and thyme. Place the pot on the burner and cook on medium heat for about 15 minutes. While the potato cooks, move to step 3.
Step 3: Wash and slice the carrots, spring onions (cut lengthwise), red bell pepper(cut lengthwise), green bell pepper(cut lengthwise) and Onion. By now the potatoes in step 2 should be soft. In a separate bowl, add a little water into the flour and stir quickly making sure it doesn’t form clumps. It’s ready when it is of dropping consistency (like melted ice cream).
On low heat, gently add the flour liquid into the pot, while stirring continuously to ensure it mixes properly and does not clump. Leave it to thicken for 3-5minutes.
Step 4: Gently add the chopped vegetables and mix to incorporate. Leave to cook for about 5 minutes more before turning off the burner.
Serve alone as a meal or accompanied with boiled white / curried rice
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25 comments
Nice one! my mum makes this but with cabbage
Hmm, nice one, gonna try this
It's looking delish,i will be making this. I just made some coated fried chicken with your recipe and it came out perfect. Thanks Dobby.
Thanks for the feedback oyin. glad it turned out great
My mum has tried it but without the potato though it's ok.
i'm gonna try this out. buh the spring onions can be replaced with onions rite
READ if l were a boy
Love this am going to try it next weekend. This D.
Thanks for the feedback kemikane
Yes it can although spring onions adds it own unique taste to the meal.
i'm sure you'd enjoy it JNO. Do keep us posted.
Can I try this with sweet potatoe?
This is so delicious, especially with cabbage. Thanks for the detailed recipe.
Adaobi, this is amazing. I'm hooked on this blog.
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Yes you can but it tastes much better with Irish potato
Seconded! It sure does :)….You're welcome Uneku.
Thanks Alma. Glad to have you here 🙂
Looks So Delicious. I want!
Thanks Nj 😉
Can i use normal flour or corn flour? Which do you recommend
Can i use corn flour or just normal flour? Which do you recommend? I would like a quick reply as i am about to make mine
Both would do just fine Salome.
Nice recipe, will add coconut milk to mine…
That'd be really nice.
Dobby you are making me a star in the kitchen. God bless you real good
Thank you Lilian.