Soup n' Fleisch Flanken is a hearty and flavorful soup originating from the Alsace region of France. It is typically made with beef short ribs, which are slowly braised in a rich beef broth along with vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions. The resulting soup is incredibly flavorful, with fall-off-the-bone tender meat and a rich, satisfying broth. This classic dish is often served with a side of mashed potatoes or egg noodles, making it a perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.
In addition to the traditional Soup n' Fleisch Flanken recipe, this article also provides instructions for two variations:
1. **Soup n' Fleisch Flanken with Red Wine:** This variation adds a splash of red wine to the braising liquid, which imparts a deep, complex flavor to the soup.
2. **Soup n' Fleisch Flanken with Barley:** This variation includes barley, which adds a chewy texture and extra heartiness to the soup.
Whether you choose to make the traditional version or one of the variations, you're sure to enjoy this classic Alsatian dish. So gather your ingredients and let's get started!
SOUP 'N FLEISCH (FLANKEN)
From COOKS.COM. but altered a bit by me. My husband loved this soup! It is a vegetable soup with meat that I made creamy by using a blender after removing the meat (and all bones). It is an orange tinted soup. I was trying to find a soup like my Grandmother's. This wasn't really like her soup (her's was greener, maybe from split peas and less carrots) but this was very good nevertheless. I didn't add the dill but think it would be good next time.
Provided by Oolala
Categories Potato
Time 2h55m
Yield 3-4 quarts, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Grate carrots, celery and onions, and set aside. I blended the soup later so this step is up to you. If you want a creamy soup, no need to grate.
- In a large pot, cover the flanken with water; bring to boil for 2 minutes; then change water to the full amount (4-5 quarts).
- Bring this fresh water with flanken to a boil.
- Add the dried soup mix with contents of seasoning packet enclosed, bouillon cubes and the bay leaf.
- Cook for 1/2 hour.
- Add (grated) vegetables and cook for at least 1 hour on a low flame. I cooked it for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Then add garlic powder or fresh garlic. Salt and pepper, to taste, and add potatoes. Cook for 10-15 minutes more.
- Taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary.
- When ready to serve, remove bay leaf.
- If you want the soup creamy, you may remove veggies to the blender. Be careful for any bones that may have come loose from the short ribs.
- Meanwhile, put the meat into a separate bowl so that you can remove bones and fat and trim into nice chunks.
- Once the veggies are blended, you can add it back to the pot with the soup to mix.
- You may serve in bowls with the meat added or freeze in plastic containers distributing the meat chunks evenly.
- Serve with bread as a meal in one.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 582.3, Fat 42.4, SaturatedFat 18.4, Cholesterol 86.9, Sodium 2121.8, Carbohydrate 29.3, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 4.5, Protein 20.8
BRAISED FLANKEN WITH POMEGRANATE
I'd always thought that flanken was specific to boiled beef or soup. But a little research divulged that the brawny cut is hugely popular in braises (and pot-roasting is arguably the same as braising), especially in Germany, Austria and Hungary. It also shines in Asian cuisines, particularly Korean, in which it's seared and served rare. Arthur Schwartz, in his book "Jewish Home Cooking" (Ten Speed Press, 2008), extols the virtues of flanken. He points out that it's from the same part of the animal as short ribs, cut across rather than along the bones. But while short ribs have achieved culinary stardom and high prices, flanken remains cheap and obscure. And just as tasty.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, main course
Time 2h40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Season meat generously all over with salt and pepper. Heat a large ovenproof Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear meat in batches until dark golden, 3 to 4 minutes a side. Transfer meat to a platter.
- Add oil to pan and sauté carrots, celery, leeks, garlic and shallot until vegetables are softened and slightly caramelized, about 5 minutes; season lightly with salt and pepper. Add pomegranate juice and wine, and cook, scraping browned bits from bottom of pan, until most of the liquid is evaporated, about 2 minutes. Stir in the stock, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, cloves, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Return meat to pot. Liquid should reach halfway up sides of meat. If not, add a little more stock or water.
- Cover pot and transfer to oven. Cook, turning meat every 30 minutes until fork tender, about 2 hours.
- If you have time, let meat cool and chill overnight. The next day, remove fat from surface, then reheat over low heat. Stir in the pomegranate molasses if using, and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds and cilantro just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 982, UnsaturatedFat 42 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 77 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 50 grams, SaturatedFat 24 grams, Sodium 601 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 1 gram
CHICKEN SOUP WITH FLANKEN
Hana says: Take the flanken and chicken out of the soup when it's nearly done, and serve them separately. Leave the shinbone in so the meat is falling off the bone.
Provided by Alex Witchel
Categories lunch, soups and stews, main course
Time 4h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a very large pot, combine chicken pieces, flanken and shinbone. Add water to cover, place over high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Carefully remove foam as it forms.
- When there is no more foam, add vegetables in following order: carrot chunks, celery chunks, parsnip, turnip, parsley roots, onion, garlic, leek and zucchini. As vegetables become tender, remove them.
- When all vegetables have been removed, add parsley and dill. Simmer until flanken is very tender, about 2 hours. Discard parsley and dill. Remove flanken and chicken, and set aside. Strain soup, then return meat, chicken and shinbone to pot.
- Before serving soup, remove fat from surface. Add marrow-bone ends, sliced carrots and sliced celery. Place over medium heat, and simmer until vegetables are tender. Remove and discard marrow bones. Remove flanken and chicken; slice and serve separately. Season soup with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1123, UnsaturatedFat 34 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 67 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 108 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Sodium 1725 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
GRANDMA'S FLANKEN, BARLEY, AND VEGETABLE SOUP RECIPE
Provided by marlabeth19
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Put beef ribs and marrow bones into a heavy soup pot and add cold water until the meat is just covered. Bring to a boil. Skim off the foam from the top of water. Prepare bouquet garni of dill, parsley, and bay leaves. Add vegetables (except peas), dried ingredients, bouquet garni, and stock. Simmer for 60 minutes. Add peas and simmer for another 15 minutes. Remove bouquet garni. Add salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy with crusty bread.
BALABOOSTA'S JEWISH FLANKEN RECIPE
This recipe is loosely based on a recipe which I found online at alaboostablogspot.com. It is great. I have changed it a bit to make it easier. I make this in a glazed clay pot but a heavy dutch oven will do. A balaboosta is yiddish for an "excellent homemaker..and more"-there is no exact translation. This recipe serves 2-4 people only. Double or triple for more. Flanken is very similar to shortribs ( its cross cut).
Provided by petlover
Categories Meat
Time 3h30m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Sprinkle the meat well, with salt and pepper, on both sides.
- 2. Heat oil in deep heavy pan and sear meat on both sides. Set meat aside.
- 3. In same oil sauté onion until golden.
- 4. In same oil add and sauté garlic for about 1 minute.
- 5. Add parsley, thyme, pepper flakes, crushed tomatoes ( with juice), lemon juice, Worcestershire and brown sugar. Mix and bring to a slow simmer.
- 6. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
- 7. Pour 1/2 of sauce into heavy dutch oven. Place meat over. Pour other 1/2 of sauce over. Pour hot water over. Cover.
- 8. Cook in oven for at least 3 hours ( more is better) or until the meat is very soft. . Check periodically and add water if flanken if needed.
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of beef: Flanken cut is the best choice for this recipe. It's a flavorful and affordable cut that will become tender when cooked slowly.
- Brown the beef well: Browning the beef adds flavor and color to the soup. Be sure to brown the beef in batches so that it doesn't steam.
- Use a good quality broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality one. You can use beef broth, chicken broth, or vegetable broth.
- Add vegetables: Vegetables add flavor and nutrients to the soup. Common vegetables used in soup n fleisch flanken include carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes.
- Season to taste: Season the soup with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a bay leaf or two for extra flavor.
- Simmer until the beef is tender: The soup should simmer for at least 1 hour, or until the beef is tender. The longer the soup simmers, the more flavorful it will be.
- Serve with your favorite sides: Soup n fleisch flanken is traditionally served with boiled potatoes, but you can also serve it with rice, noodles, or bread.
Conclusion:
Soup n fleisch flanken is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its simple ingredients and flavorful broth, soup n fleisch flanken is a classic dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.
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