
Turkish Tarhana Soup - Tarhana Çorbası
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5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
378 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer, Soup
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Turkish

Turkish Tarhana Soup - Tarhana Çorbası
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Turkish Tarhana Soup, or Tarhana Çorbası, starts with dried tarhana powder—a fermented blend of flour, yogurt, and vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, onions, and herbs.
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Ingredients
- 25 g butter
- 1 clove garlic (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried mint
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 l water or chicken stock
- 60 g tarhana powder
- 30 g vermicelli pasta
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Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the tarhana powder with water and let it sit for about 10-15 minutes. This helps soften the dried tarhana and makes it easier to dissolve into the soup.
- In a pot, melt the butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped garlic, tomato paste, salt, paprika, dried mint and cook it for a few minutes to bring out their flavor.
- Add the rehydrated tarhana to the pot. Stir well to dissolve any lumps and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Let the soup simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The tarhana will thicken as it cooks, giving the soup a creamy consistency. If it gets too thick, add a little more water until it reaches your desired texture.
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Notes
- If you prefer a thicker soup, use less water, or add more if you like a lighter consistency.
- Try adding crumbled feta, red pepper flakes, or even a squeeze of lemon juice for a burst of freshness.
- If you don’t have homemade tarhana powder, store-bought is perfectly fine. Many Turkish markets carry tarhana, and it’s also available online.
- You can store leftover tarhana soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
378kcal
(19%)
Carbohydrates
27g
(9%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
21g
(32%)
Saturated Fat
13g
(65%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
54mg
(18%)
Sodium
2617mg
(109%)
Potassium
268mg
(8%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
1076IU
(22%)
Vitamin C
11mg
(12%)
Calcium
33mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 378 kcal
% Daily Value*
Calories | 378kcal | 19% |
Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
Protein | 5g | 10% |
Fat | 21g | 32% |
Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
Cholesterol | 54mg | 18% |
Sodium | 2617mg | 109% |
Potassium | 268mg | 6% |
Fiber | 2g | 8% |
Sugar | 3g | 6% |
Vitamin A | 1076IU | 22% |
Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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