Jagnjeća Supa sa Povrćem (Serbian Lamb Vegetable Soup)
A hearty and comforting Serbian lamb and vegetable soup, known as 'Chorba Od Janjetina', this dish is rich in flavor from tender lamb and a medley of fresh vegetables. It's a perfect soul-warming meal, especially during colder months.
🧂 Ingredients
- 500 g Lamb(cut into cubes)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 large Onion(diced)
- 2 medium Carrots(diced)
- 2 medium Celery stalks(diced)
- 3 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 tbsp Paprika
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 2 medium Potatoes(peeled and diced)
- 2 medium Tomatoes(diced)
- 2 Bay leaves
- 4 cup Chicken broth
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- for garnish Fresh parsley
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the lamb and cook until browned on all sides.
⏱️ 10 minutes - 2
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté until the vegetables are softened.
⏱️ 8 minutes - 3
Stir in the minced garlic, paprika, and tomato paste, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
⏱️ 1 minute - 4
Add the diced potatoes, diced tomatoes, bay leaves, and chicken broth to the pot. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
💡 Tip: Ensure all ingredients are submerged in the broth. - 5
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 1 hour, or until the lamb is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
⏱️ 1 hour💡 Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. - 6
Adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove bay leaves before serving.
💡 Tip: Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. - 7
Serve the Chorba Od Janjetina hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
💡 Tip: A dollop of sour cream can also be added for extra richness.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a richer flavor, you can use lamb stock instead of chicken broth.
- ✓Feel free to add other vegetables of your choice, such as bell peppers or zucchini.
- ✓Serve the soup with crusty bread for a complete meal.
🔄 Variations
- Add a handful of rice or small pasta shapes during the last 20 minutes of simmering.
- For a thicker soup, you can blend a portion of the cooked vegetables and return them to the pot.