Ancient Egyptian Melokhia Soup

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 4
Ancient Egyptian Melokhia Soup with Leg of Lamb or Whole Chicken
in Soup

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 kg leg of lamb or 1 whole chicken
1 1/2 liters water
salt ( as much as you like )
2 fine cut onions
2 garlic cloves
1 1/2 liters water
pepper ( a handful )
200 g wild spinach
2 garlic cloves ( squeezed )
sunflower oil or olive oil
1 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons ground coriander

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
390
Sugar
3g
Fat
12g
Melokhia Soup is a staple in Egyptian cuisine, having been enjoyed for centuries. It is typically made with a type of green leafy vegetable known as melokhia, but wild spinach is a good substitute. The soup is usually served with bread or rice and is often eaten for lunch or dinner. Melokhia Soup has a unique flavor that is hard to describe but is commonly described as earthy and herbaceous. It is a hearty and comforting soup that is perfect for colder months or for when you need a warm and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, cook the leg of lamb or whole chicken with 1 1/2 liters of water and salt to taste until the meat is tender, then remove the meat and set aside.
2.In a separate pan, sauté the onions and garlic until they are soft and aromatic, then add them to the pot of meat broth along with an additional 1 1/2 liters of water, pepper, and wild spinach.
3.In the same pan that you used to cook the onions and garlic, add some sunflower oil or olive oil and heat it up. Sauté the squeezed garlic until it is lightly golden, then add the pepper and ground coriander. Stir for about a minute and then add it to the pot.
4.Let everything cook together for 10-15 minutes.
5.Serve hot with some bread or rice.

PROS

Melokhia is a flavorful and hearty soup that is comforting and satisfying.
It is a great way to use up meat leftovers or to make use of less popular cuts of meat.
The use of wild spinach adds a nutritious element to the soup and the spices contribute to its unique flavor.

CONS

Melokhia can be an acquired taste due to its unique flavor.
Some people don’t like the texture of the leaves, which can be slightly slimy when cooked.
It also requires some prep time to make, though most of the time is hands-off while the meat is cooking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ancient Egyptian Melokhia Soup is a nutritious and flavorful soup that is high in protein and fiber. The wild spinach is rich in vitamins and minerals, while the spices are linked to anti-inflammatory properties and digestive benefits.

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