Zesty Haitian Bouillon with Fresh Vegetables and Spices

Name: Zesty Haitian Bouillon with Fresh Vegetables and Spices
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Soup
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs beef stew meat; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 2 cloves garlic; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large onion; 1 bell pepper; 6 cups beef broth; 2 large carrots; 2 medium potatoes; 1 cup cabbage; 2 cups spinach; 1 teaspoon thyme; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon allspice; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

A Flavorful and Hearty Caribbean Soup

This comforting Haitian bouillon is packed with vibrant vegetables and aromatic spices, offering a taste of the Caribbean in every spoonful.

2 h 45 min
6
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Meat

1.5 lbs beef stew meat

cut into 1-inch cubes

2 tablespoons lime juice

2 cloves garlic

minced

1 teaspoon salt

For the Bouillon Base

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 large onion

sliced

1 bell pepper

diced

6 cups beef broth

For the Vegetable Mix

2 large carrots

sliced

2 medium potatoes

diced

1 cup cabbage

shredded

2 cups spinach

roughly chopped

For the Spice Blend

1 teaspoon thyme

dried

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon allspice

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Preparation

Marinating the Meat

Combine Ingredients

Combine beef cubes, lime juice, garlic, and salt in a bowl.

Toss to Coat

Toss to evenly coat the meat with the marinade.

Refrigerate

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Let the meat reach room temperature before cooking for the best texture.

Preparing the Vegetables

Peel and Slice

Peel and slice carrots and potatoes.

Dice and Slice

Dice the bell pepper and slice the onion.

Rinse and Chop

Rinse and chop spinach and cabbage.

Ensure all vegetables are of similar size for even cooking.

Cooking Process

Sautéing

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add marinated beef and sear on all sides.

Building Flavor

Lower heat to medium, add onions and bell peppers, cooking until soft. Stir in spices until aromatic.

Simmering

Pour in beef broth, add carrots and potatoes. Cover and cook on low for about 1.5 hours. Add cabbage and spinach in the last 30 minutes.

Plating & Serving