Shkembe chorba is a traditional Bulgarian tripe soup that is rich in flavor and considered a remedy for overindulgence, often enjoyed as a hearty breakfast or after a night out.
Shkembe Chorba Recipe:
Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 2 hours Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 pound beef tripe, cleaned and cut into bite-size pieces
- 6 cups water
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon flour
- Salt to taste
- Red wine vinegar
- Ground hot chili pepper
- Fresh milk (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
- Boil the tripe in water until tender, which can take up to 2 hours.
- In a separate pan, make a roux by frying the flour and paprika in oil, then add it to the boiled tripe.
- Add garlic and season the soup with salt.
- Serve hot with minced garlic, red wine vinegar, ground hot chili pepper, and a bit of milk to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
Shkembe chorba’s robust and spicy broth, enriched with tender tripe, is a beloved hangover cure and a warming dish for cold days. Enjoy this Bulgarian classic with plenty of fresh bread to soak up its flavorful goodness.