Karam Shurva (Cabbage Soup)

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Ingredients:

• 250 g (9 oz.) mutton or beef
• 40 g or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 200 g (7 oz.) cabbage
• 50 g (2 oz.) onions
• 50 g (2 oz.) carrots
• 300 g (6 oz.) tomatoes
• 200 g (7 oz.) potatos

Directions:

• Cut meat into 20-30 g (1 oz) pieces and fry it in pan in vegetable oil until browned.
• Add sliced onions, large equal-sized pieces of carrots, and continue to saute.
• Then add shredded cabbage and quartered tomatoes.
• Pour in water and bring to a boil. Add quartered potatoes and cook on medium heat until done.
• In the final 5-10 minutes of preparation, remember to add salt and spices to taste.
• Serve soup garnished with fresh chopped greens.