Cholent
Eitan Biton
7 Feb 2026
Prep
30 mins
Cook
12 hours
Serves
6 People
Calories
350 calories
Warm your heart with this traditional Jewish cholent, a hearty stew of tender beef brisket, rich barley, and savory beans. Perfect for Shabbat dinner or a cozy family gathering, it’s a dish that brings everyone together.
IngredientsWhat you need
- 1 cup dried beans (such as pinto or kidney)
- 1 cup barley
- 2 cups water or beef broth
- 1 large onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 907.2 g beef brisket or bone-in beef short ribs
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Method
- 1
Preheat the oven to 200°F (93°C).
- 2
In a large pot, combine the soaked beans, barley, and water or beef broth, and bring to a simmer.
- 3
Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, beef brisket or ribs, paprika, and black pepper to the pot.
- 4
Stir the mixture gently to combine, then cover the pot tightly with a lid.
- 5
Transfer the pot to the preheated oven and let it cook for at least 12 hours overnight.
- 6
Once cooked, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- 7
Serve hot, and enjoy the rich, hearty flavors of Cholent.
Nutrition per serving
Fat
12g
Carbs
40g
Protein
25g
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Sounds delicious and hearty!
Everyone loved the cholent; it was hearty and comforting, perfect for a cozy family meal.
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Eitan Biton
7 February 2026
Nutrition per serving
Fat
12g
Carbs
40g
Protein
25g
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