Ezogelin Soup - Traditional Turkish Bride Soup

Ezogelin Soup in bowl with lemon to side

Ezogelin Soup - Traditional Turkish Bride Soup

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Ezogelin Soup - Traditional Turkish Bride Soup - How to make authentic and comforting Ezogelin Soup - Turkey’s beloved bride soup made with hearty red lentils, bulgur wheat and a spiced butter.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 40

Total Time 45

Course appetiser, Appetizer, Lunch, starter

Cuisine Turkish

Servings

Calories 373 kcal

Ingredients

Lentils, Rice and Bulgur

3 tablespoon Oil
1 Onion Finely diced
1 tablespoon Garlic paste
1 cup Red Lentils Throughly washed
2 tablespoon Rice Washed, (Or add more Bulgur)
2 tablespoon Bulgur Wheat
1.3 l Chicken Stock
1 Lemon
Salt and Pepper

Spiced Butter

3 tablespoon Butter
2 heaped tbsp Turkish Pepper Paste (tatlı biber salcasi or acı biber salcasi - hotter version)
1 teaspoon Aleppo Pepper aka Pul Biber
1 teaspoon Dry Mint
250 ml Chicken Stock

Instructions

Step 1 - Saute Aromatics
Heat Oil in a pot and add Onions. Saute for 8-9 minutes till fragrant and lightly golden brown. Add Garlic and saute for 1 minute.
Step 2 - Add Lentils, Bulgur and Rice
Mix Lentils, Bulgur and Rice into the base. Stir in and then add 1.3 of Chicken Stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Cook on low heat for 25 minutes.
Step 3 - Season and add Lemon
Season well and squeeze in some Lemon.
Step 4 - Make Spiced Butter
In a separate smaller pot, melt the Butter. Stir in the Pepper paste. Stir till combined. Add the Aleppo pepper and Mint. Pour in the Stock. Bring to a simmer, then remove from heat.
Step 5 - Add Butter to Soup.
Drizzle the spiced Butter over the Soup and mix through.
Step 6 - Season and Serve
Taste for Salt and Pepper. Serve with Lemon wedges, Olive Oil and Salt and Pepper.

Notes

Serving Suggestions

Ezogelin Soup is a staple of Esnaf Iokantas (traditional restuarants serving affordable, homestyle food). Pair with fresh Bread, a light salad and Lemon Wedges. You can serve it for lunch, dinner or as a starter.

Tips for the perfect Ezogelin Soup

Rinse Lentils and Rice well - Lentils especially need to be rinsed throughly. Sometimes in 5-7 changes of Water. Make sure to pick through any debris or stones first.
Adjust consistency - The soup can be as thick or as thin as you like. Add more or less stock according to your preference.

Storage

Make Ahead - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on low heat, adding a splash of Water or Stock.
Freeze - This soup freezes beautifully for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat slowly on the stovetop.

FAQs

Is Ezogelin Soup Vegan?

Yes if you use Vegetarian Stock, this soup is suitable for Vegans.

How spicy is Ezogelin Soup?

It is actually quite mild. You can adjust the Red Pepper Flakes or Paprika for more or less heat. The soup is supposed to be gentle and comforting rather than fiery.

Can I make Ezogelin Soup without Bulgur or Rice?

Yes you can but it will change the heartiness or texture. You can also omit one and add more of the other if you prefer.

Nutrition

Calories: 373kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 16gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 430mgPotassium: 674mgFiber: 12gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 303IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 3mg

Keyword ezogelin soup, turkish bride soup, Turkish soup

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