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Tarhana Çorbası (Fermented Grain Soup)


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  • Author: Emmy Lopez
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Tarhana Çorbası, a traditional Turkish Fermented Grain Soup, offers a delightful blend of tangy flavors and creamy texture that warms the heart. This comforting dish features a rich combination of fermented grains, fresh herbs, and spices, making it the perfect companion for chilly evenings. Easy to prepare and highly adaptable, Tarhana Çorbası is sure to become a family favorite, inviting nostalgia with every spoonful.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Tarhana mix
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (like mint or parsley), chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté the chopped onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  2. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Gradually add the Tarhana mix while stirring continuously until well combined.
  4. Slowly pour in the broth while stirring vigorously. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  5. Season with salt and pepper; let the soup simmer gently for about 20 minutes.
  6. Just before serving, stir in the fresh herbs and ladle into bowls. Drizzle with olive oil if desired.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Turkish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg