Persian Style Onion Soup

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 9
Persian-inspired Onion Soup with Cinnamon and Mint
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Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
5 large onions , peeled and thinly sliced
sea salt and black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1/2 teaspoon dried mint
2 tablespoons plain flour
700 ml vegetables or 700 ml chicken stock
1 cinnamon stick
1 lemon , juice of
1 teaspoon caster sugar
3 flat leave parsley sprigs , coriander

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
280
Sugar
8g
Fat
18g
This hearty onion soup is inspired by the flavors of Persian cuisine, with warm spices like turmeric, cinnamon, and fenugreek bringing a unique twist to a classic comfort food. The caramelization of the onions adds a rich sweetness to the soup, while the dried mint adds a refreshing element. This soup is perfect for a cozy night in, and can be topped with croutons or a dollop of yogurt for added texture.

Instructions

1.In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2.Add the sliced onions to the pan and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions have softened and are caramelized, around 25-30 minutes.
3.Mix the turmeric, fenugreek, and dried mint in a small bowl, and then sprinkle over the onions. Cook for 1-2 minutes more.
4.Sprinkle the plain flour over the onions and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
5.Pour in the stock and cinnamon stick and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until the soup has thickened.
6.Remove the cinnamon stick and stir in the lemon juice, caster sugar, and chopped fresh herbs.
7.Ladle into bowls and serve hot.

PROS

This soup is bursting with the flavors of the Middle East, with warm spices like cinnamon and fenugreek giving it a complex depth of flavor.
It’s also vegetarian-friendly.

CONS

The caramelization of the onions can take some time, so this recipe does require a bit of patience.
The fenugreek can be a hard ingredient to find.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Onions contain compounds that are high in antioxidants and have been shown to help reduce inflammation. The turmeric in this soup contains curcumin, an anti-inflammatory compound that has been linked to a range of health benefits.

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