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Wash and chop all your vegetables, then cube the beef.
Add the beef to a pot with cold water, bring it to a boil and cook for about 5 minutes until the scum rises to the top. Drain, rinse the beef, and wash the pot clean.
Add a little olive oil to the pot and sear the beef until browned.
Add the onions, carrots, and celery with a pinch of salt and fry for around 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the tomato paste, ketchup, and canned tomatoes, then add the water and bay leaves.
Bring it to a boil, lower the heat to low-medium, cover with a lid and simmer for 45 minutes.
Remove the lid, add the potatoes and cabbage, and cook for another 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
Season with salt and black pepper, then serve hot.
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You can use 4 small potatoes or 2 big ones, and red onion works too.
For an Instant Pot method: blanch the beef in a pot on the hob, then rinse it clean. Set your Instant Pot to saute mode, sear the beef, then add the onions, carrots, and celery. Follow the same steps as before, but add the potatoes and cabbage into the Instant Pot as well. Lock the lid and pressure cook everything for 35 minutes.
Can I use a different type of onion?
Yes, red onion works well in this recipe.
How can I make this soup in an Instant Pot?
Blanch the beef in a pot on the hob, then rinse it clean. Set your Instant Pot to saute mode, sear the beef, then add the onions, carrots, and celery. Follow the same steps as before, but add the potatoes and cabbage into the Instant Pot as well. Lock the lid and pressure cook everything for 35 minutes.
What can I substitute for beef short rib?
You can use beef brisket as an alternative.
How do I know when the potatoes are cooked?
The potatoes are cooked when they are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
Can I use fresh tomatoes instead of canned?
Yes, you can use fresh tomatoes, but the flavor might be slightly different. Consider adding a bit more tomato paste for richness.
