Creamy Ground Beef and Cassava Soup
A hearty and comforting soup that brings together the silky smoothness of cassava cream and savory seasoned ground beef. This crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for feeding a large family and is packed with rich, warming flavors everyone will love.
🛒 Ingredients
20 servings
- 1 kg (2.2 lb) ground beef
- 1 kg (2.2 lb) cooked cassava (yuca)
- 2 medium onions, diced
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 chicken bouillon cubes
- 1 mild chili pepper, finely chopped
- 1 bunch fresh parsley and chives
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 liter (4 cups) hot water
- Grated cheese for serving
- Toasts or crackers for serving
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Directions
- 1
Season the ground beef with minced garlic, diced onion, and chili pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- 2
In a large pot, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until well browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
- 3
Blend the cooked cassava with a little of its cooking water until you get a smooth, creamy purée.
- 4
Add the cassava cream to the pot with the beef, crumble in the bouillon cubes, and pour in 1 liter of hot water.
- 5
Season with salt and pepper, stir well, and bring to a boil.
- 6
Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soup thickens to a velvety consistency.
- 7
Remove from heat and stir in freshly chopped parsley and chives. Serve hot topped with grated cheese and toast.
💡 Chef's Tip
For an even smoother texture, strain the cassava purée through a fine sieve before adding it to the pot. Swap chicken bouillon for beef bouillon for a deeper, richer flavor.
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