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Ciorbă de burtă — traditional dish from Bucharest, Romania
Soup Meat

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Nutritional Values

🔥450kcal
💪25gProtein
🌾18gCarbs
🥑32gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️350 gServing

* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.

Ciorbă de burtă

How to order / say it
Say it Ciorbă de burtă — [CHOR-buh deh BOOR-tuh]
Order One plate of Ciorbă de burtă, please.
Locally O porție de Ciorbă de burtă, vă rog.
Say locally

Traditional tripe soup with sour cream.

Why try it?

Ciorbă de burtă is a staple of Romanian gastronomy and holds a special place in the hearts of Bucharest locals. This rich and hearty soup is often enjoyed during cold winters and is known for its comforting flavors that embody Romanian culinary traditions.

How it tastes

The soup has a creamy consistency with a tangy and savory aroma, thanks to the addition of vinegar and sour cream. It's known for its tender tripe and subtle garlic flavors, which are both satisfying and aromatic.

Origin & History

Ciorbă de burtă's origins can be traced back to the Ottoman Empire's influence in Eastern Europe during the 15th century. Originally a dish made by shepherds and travelers, it evolved in Romanian kitchens to include local variations. By the mid-20th century, it became a beloved dish throughout Romania.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 500 g beef tripe
  • 🥩 300 g beef bones
  • 🥕 100 g carrots
  • 🧄 100 g onion
  • 🧄 3 cloves garlic
  • 🥣 100 ml vinegar
  • 🥛 150 g sour cream
  • 🌿 2 bay leaves
  • 🧂 to taste salt
  • 🧂 to taste pepper

Method

  1. 1 Clean and boil the tripe until tender.
  2. 2 Prepare a broth with beef bones, vegetables, and spices.
  3. 3 Combine the boiled tripe with the broth.
  4. 4 Add vinegar and season to taste.
  5. 5 Serve hot, garnished with sour cream and garlic if desired.
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