Make and share this Bab Leves (Hungarian Bean Soup) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by littleturtle
Categories Clear Soup
Time 4h20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Quick soak method - Boil beans for 5 minutes in enough water to cover them completely, then cover pan and let soak for 1 hour.
- Drain and rinse the beans and put them in a large pot.
- Add the salt, pepper, carrot, leek, garlic, and meat.
- Add stock plus enough water to cover 2" above the beans and meat; bring to a simmer.
- Simmer, partially covered, until the beans are tender (2 1/2 - 3 hours), adding water as needed to keep the beans covered; then remove meat to a separate plate.
- In a heavy saucepan, melt fat or warm oil and sauté onions until they wilt.
- Mix in the paprika and then the flour.
- Gently fry, stirring constantly until flour turns golden beige (2-3 minutes) (be careful not to scorch the flour and not to get any on you).
- Add the parsley.
- Thin roux with 1/2 cup to a cup of the broth from the soup; mix well, then slowly pour back into the soup.
- Let simmer for 10 minutes (then if soup is too thin simmer for 5-10 more minutes; if too thick slowly add hot water and simmer for 2-3 more minutes).
- Remove from heat and let cool.
- Blend some soup into the sour cream to keep it from curdling when you add it, then add it to the soup.
- Mix in the vinegar and taste soup for seasonings.
- Cut the meat into bite sized pieces and return them to the soup.
- Reheat soup before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 636.8, Fat 34.6, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 68.7, Sodium 1917.9, Carbohydrate 46.4, Fiber 15.2, Sugar 4.1, Protein 35.5
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jenna okash
[email protected]This soup sounds delicious! I can't wait to give it a try.
Kawsur Dj
[email protected]I'm always looking for new soup recipes. I'll definitely be trying this one.
Satsumae Boettner
[email protected]This soup looks amazing! I'm going to make it this weekend.
Liam Whatley
[email protected]I can't wait to try this soup!
Stef Gonzalez
[email protected]This is a great recipe! Thanks for sharing.
Alauddin Khan
[email protected]I'll definitely be making this soup again.
Josh Buxton
[email protected]Easy to make and very tasty.
Saviour Chika
[email protected]This soup is delicious! I especially love the addition of the smoked paprika.
Journey Barsh
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it always turns out great. It's a great recipe to have on hand for busy weeknights.
Ivan Bosnjak
[email protected]This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and it warms you up from the inside out.
Deo phone technician
[email protected]I love how versatile this soup is. You can add different vegetables, beans, or spices to change up the flavor.
Liaqat Lucky
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover beans. It's also a great meatless meal option.
Evon Jones
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of bean soups, but this one is an exception. It's so flavorful and satisfying.
Asiamah Musah
[email protected]This soup is now a family favorite! Everyone loves the rich flavor and the fact that it's so healthy.
Muzmill Ali
[email protected]Easy to make and so flavorful! I love the combination of beans, vegetables, and spices.
Aftab
[email protected]This soup is hearty and delicious! I added a bit of smoked paprika for extra flavor and it was perfect. Definitely a keeper recipe.