Bulgarian · Soup
White beans, sweet paprika and vegetables in a savory broth.
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Bob chorba is a Bulgarian bean soup whose comforting flavor comes from patient-cooked beans, sweet paprika and vegetables rather than meat. Dried mint is a recognizable finishing note in many home versions.
Technique notes
Bulgarian kitchen
Make Bulgarian bob chorba with white beans, tomato, carrot, sweet paprika and mint for a hearty vegan soup.
Drain soaked beans, cover with fresh water and boil for 10 minutes; drain again.
Heat oil in a soup pot. Cook onion, carrots and pepper for 8 minutes; add garlic, paprika and tomato paste for 1 minute.
Add beans, bay and water. Simmer partially covered for 60–75 minutes, until the beans are completely tender.
Add salt, mash one ladle of beans into the broth and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in mint and parsley.
Review ingredient labels for allergens and cross-contact. Follow the recipe’s handling notes, refrigerate perishable food promptly, and use an instant-read thermometer where a safe internal temperature is specified.
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Bob chorba is a Bulgarian bean soup whose comforting flavor comes from patient-cooked beans, sweet paprika and vegetables rather than meat. Dried mint is a recognizable finishing note in many home versions.
Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months; loosen with water when reheating.
Serve with crusty bread, pickled peppers or a spoonful of chile paste.
