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Persian Soup

Comforting Persian Soup: A Life-Changing Recipe You’ll Love

This Life-Changing Persian Soup is a comforting hug in a bowl, brimming with flavors and nourishing ingredients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Persian
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth Use a high-quality broth for the best flavor.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium onion Chopped.
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 2 medium carrots Chopped.
For the Herbs
  • 1 bunch parsley Fresh, chopped.
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon cumin Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric Adjust according to taste.
  • to taste salt Use sea salt for refinement.
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Persian Soup
  1. Prep Ingredients: Chop 1 onion, 3 garlic cloves, and 2 carrots into uniform pieces. Measure out your spices (1 teaspoon of cumin and turmeric).
  2. Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent. Stir in the garlic and carrots; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add Broth: Pour in 6 cups of broth and stir to combine. Add the spices and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20-30 minutes until vegetables are fork-tender.
  5. Add Herbs: Stir in a handful of freshly chopped parsley before serving. Allow it to sit for a couple of minutes.
  6. Serve: Ladle into warm bowls and serve immediately with crusty bread or over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and adjust spices according to preference. Leftovers taste even better the next day!

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