Meat Cholent Recipe

Name: Meat Cholent
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs beef brisket; 2 cups dried lima beans; 3 medium onions, diced; 1 cup pearl barley; 3 tablespoons fat; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ginger; 2 tablespoons flour; 2 teaspoons paprika

Servings: persons

1
Submerge beans in water and soak overnight.
2
Drain well.
3
Use a heavy saucepan or Dutch oven and brown the meat and onions in the fat.
4
Sprinkle with salt, pepper and ginger.
5
Add the beans and barley.
6
Sprinkle with the flour and paprika.
7
Add enough boiling water to cover one inch above the mixture; Cover tightly.
8
Cholent may be baked for 24 hours in an oven 250F, or, for quicker cooking, bake in a 350F oven for 4 to 5 hours.
9
Slice the meat and serve with the barley and beans.

1062

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

101

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs beef brisket, 2 cups dried lima beans, 3 medium onions, diced, 1 cup pearl barley, and more.

Yes, Meat Cholent falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Meat Cholent

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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