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Ezogelin Çorbası
Easy 35 min~145 kcal 6/10
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Tarhana Soup with Green Lentils
This Ankara soup cooks tarhana with green lentils for a tangy, hearty central Anatolian bowl.
Easy⏱️ 36 min📖 1 min readServes 4~168 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
12 min prep 24 min cook
- #One-Pot
- Vegetarian
- #Winter
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Timeline
Total 36 min- Prep12 min
- Cooking24 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 0.8 su bardağı(~160 ml) tarhana
- 0.8 su bardağı(~160 ml) green lentils
- 5 su bardağı(~1000 ml) water
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) mint
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) butter
- 1 diş garlic
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) tomato paste
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Instructions
- 1
Boil 0.75 cup green lentils in 3 cups water for 15 minutes, then drain.
15 min15:00 - 2
Whisk 4 tablespoons tarhana with 1 cup cold water until smooth.
- 3
Fry the garlic and tomato paste in 1 tablespoon butter for 2 minutes until fragrant.
2 min02:00 - 4
Add 5 cups hot water and the tarhana mixture; cook over medium heat for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 5
Add the boiled lentils and simmer 6 minutes more, stirring gently so the grains do not fall apart.
6 min06:00 - 6
Add the mint butter and rest covered for 2 minutes.
2 min02:00
💡 Tip: Adding the tarhana gradually prevents lumps.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the soup in bowls with the lentils visible under the minty surface.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin C
Nutrition (per serving)
~168
kcal calories
8
g protein
24
g carbs
4
g fat
Protein 20%Carbs 59%Fat 21%
GI 31 · Low GIGL 7 · Low GL
4.1g
Sugar
6.1g
Fiber
167.7mg
Sodium
2.2g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
6/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Tarhana Soup with Green Lentils make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Tarhana Soup with Green Lentils take?
Prep 12 minutes, cooking 24 minutes; 36 minutes in total.Is Tarhana Soup with Green Lentils difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Tarhana Soup with Green Lentils have?
Approximately 168 kcal per serving. Protein: 8g, carbs: 24g, fat: 4g.Which allergens does Tarhana Soup with Green Lentils contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Tarhana Soup with Green Lentils need?
This recipe needs 7 ingredients.Is Tarhana Soup with Green Lentils filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 6/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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