Wonderful Iraqi Shorba (Soup) (Gluten Free)

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 1
Wonderful Iraqi Shorba (Soup) (Gluten Free)
in Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 medium cooking onion
1/4 cup olive oil
1 whole dried lime , pierced once with a skewer ( loomi , Not optional ! It gives it 's distinctive taste to this soup )
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 garlic cloves , crushed
1 medium tomatoes , chopped
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup fresh cilantro , chopped
1 large carrot , diced
1 medium yellow potato , diced
3 1/2 cups chicken stock ( I use my own homemade )
1/4 cup red lentil
1/4 cup rice vermicelli , broken up
1 lemon , a fresh squeeze for each serving ( optional but delicious )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
411
Sugar
6g
Fat
15g
Iraqi Shorba is a popular soup in Iraq, and it's often enjoyed as a comforting meal during cooler months. The soup has a rich and hearty flavor, with a hint of tanginess from the dried lime that gives it a unique taste. This particular recipe is gluten-free and packed with healthy ingredients like lentils, carrots, and potatoes. It's a delicious and nourishing soup that can be enjoyed as a light lunch or dinner, or as part of a larger meal with bread and salads.

Instructions

1.Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2.Add the dried lime, tomato paste, garlic, and chopped tomatoes. Stir well to combine.
3.Season with sea salt, black pepper, cumin, and cilantro. Stir well to combine.
4.Add the diced carrot, potato, chicken stock, red lentil, and rice vermicelli. Stir well to combine.
5.Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft and the lentils are cooked through.
6.Serve hot, with a fresh squeeze of lemon over each serving.

PROS

This soup is flavorful, hearty, and gluten-free.

It’s rich in protein and fiber from the lentils, and vegetables like carrot and potato.

The dried lime adds a unique and delicious tangy flavor to the soup.

CONS

The rice vermicelli can make the soup a bit starchy if overcooked.

The dried lime might be difficult to find in some areas, but it’s a crucial ingredient for the authentic taste of this soup.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is low in fat and calories, making it a healthy choice for a meal.
The vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals, and the lentils are a good source of protein and fiber.
The cumin in this recipe has been linked to improving digestion and reducing inflammation.

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