dissolving in cold water
Place the tarhana in a wide bowl. Gradually add 1 glass of cold water, whisking or stirring with a spoon until no lumps remain. You should achieve a smooth consistency.
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Tarhana Soup
Tarhana soup, one of the indispensable soups of traditional Turkish cuisine, is prepared by dissolving fermented tarhana in water and cooking it with butter and tomato purée. This thick, slightly sour and nourishing soup is a warm companion to Turkish tables during the winter months.
Duration25 minsDifficultyEasyServings4kcal180
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Nutrition
per serving
180kcal
6 g
Protein28 g
Carbohydrates5 g
Fat3 gFibre
4 Servings
Whole recipe720 kcal
Ingredients
4 ServingsPreparation
Sautéing
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over a medium heat. Add the tomato purée and cook for 1 minute, stirring.
simmering
Add 5 glasses of water (or chicken stock) to the pan and bring to the boil.
slowly adding and stirring
Once the water has come to the boil, reduce the heat. Slowly pour the dissolved tarhana mixture into the pan in a thin stream, stirring constantly. Do not stop stirring.
cooking over low heat
Cook the soup over a low heat, stirring frequently, for 12–15 minutes. It will thicken. Add the salt and pepper and stir.
serving
Ladle the soup into bowls. Sprinkle with dried mint and chilli flakes and serve hot.
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