You can make this easy low carb soup recipe in no time at all! Use leftover steak if you have it, or cook up some fresh sirloin. You will not regret it!
I initially intended this Steak Soup Recipe to use fresh top sirloin steak…and you can definitely do that! But, sometimes we have leftover steak that we need new and exciting recipes for (first world problem, right?)
This leftover steak soup recipe is packed with flavor…even my picky husband loved it!
SOME OTHER LEFTOVER STEAK IDEAS
- Add it to a salad
- Omelette
- Beef stroganoff
- Steak fried rice (use cauliflower rice for low carb)
HOW TO MAKE STEAK SOUP
To get started with the soup, we first must have leftover steak or some steak hanging out in the fridge. If you have steak already cooked, cut it into 1 inch cubes and move on to the next step. For fresh steak, cut it into 1 inch cubes and sear it on all sides in a hot dutch oven or heavy bottom pot. I did mine in batches.
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After all of the steak has been browned, remove it from the pot and set it aside. Then we add in the diced onion and let it caramelize. Now it is time for the minced garlic, dried herbs, and the sliced mushrooms.
We want to get them softened and browned so they look like this:
Then we add in the beef broth and the soup is almost finished! After the broth, I like to add in a thickener. My preference is Xanthan gum because it only requires a teaspoon and it is low carb friendly. You could also make a slurry. After I add the xanthin gum, I bring the soup to a boil so it will start to thicken.
Now it’s time for the steak! Tun off the heat and add in the steak, then ladle into bowls and serve.
Some other low carb soup recipes you will find here are:
- Cream of Cauliflower Soup
- Low Carb Zuppa Tuscana
- Curried Pumpkin Soup
- Instant Pot Chicken Soup
- Acorn Squash Soup
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Leftover Steak Soup
INGREDIENTS
- 2 Pounds Top Sirloin Steak, Raw or already cooked
- Salt
- 2 Tablespoons Butter
- 2 Tablespoons Olive oil
- 1/2 Onion, diced
- 4 Cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 Pound Mushrooms, sliced
- 4 Cups Beef broth
- 1 teaspoon xanthan gum (click here to see my favorite brand) (you can also make a slurry)
INSTRUCTIONS
- If you using already cooked steak, cut into 1 inch cubes and set aside. In a heavy bottom pot over medium heat, add the butter and olive oil. Continue to 3rd step.
- For fresh steak: In a heavy bottom pot over medium high heat, add the butter and olive oil. Cut the fresh steak into 1 inch cubes and season with salt. Sear all sides and then remove from the pot. work in batches so you do not overcrowd the pot. Set cooked steak aside.
- In the same pot over medium heat, add the diced onion. Cook until the onion is browned and softened. Now add in the garlic, herbs, and mushrooms. Continue to cook until the mushrooms are browned and soft.
- Add in the beef broth and the xanthan gum. Bring the soup to a boil and cook for a few minutes to let it thicken.
- Add in the steak and cook for a few minutes to heat through. Ladle into bowls and serve.
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Debbie Meservey says
I didn’t have nearly as much leftover steak as you did, but I used the amounts in your recipe for all the other ingredients and it was still fantastic. AND – I was using venison steak. 🙂
Robin Abernethy says
Perfect! I’ve been looking for a recipe to use up left over rib roast from our Christmas dinner – and to use the beef left on the bones too! Can’t wait to try it!
LynnM says
So yummy! Have a pot in the stove now, waiting for hubby to get home. Hope I can wait that long!
sarah says
Love the suggestions from your readers. I am going to be swapping out the mushrooms.
Brandi says
The flavor was so rich and delicious . I love mushrooms with steak and tried it in the soup together for the first time!
Kathleen says
I’ve made this twice and it’s delicious!! Even better the next day. The flavors are great!
jenniferbanz says
So glad to hear that!
Mary says
Any other options instead of the mushrooms?
jenniferbanz says
Cauliflower rice, diced eggplant, zucchini, or you could just add extra onion.
Sarah says
I just got a KILLER deal of steak after the new year! I am making this tonight!
Renee Goerger says
This soup is hearty and flavorful. I’m thrilled to have found this recipe. I’ll be making it often this winter!