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Turkish Tarhana Soup - Tarhana Çorbası

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.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 378 kcal
Course: Main Course , Appetizer , Soup
Cuisine: Mediterranean , Turkish

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

Instructions

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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Add the rehydrated tarhana to the pot. Stir well to dissolve any lumps and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. 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.

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

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

% 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.