Smen Soup

Smen Soup is a traditional Moroccan dish that combines wholesome ingredients with the unique flavor of fermented butter, known as smen. This aromatic soup is rich in spices and nutrients, making it a comforting and healthy meal choice.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Zucchini - 1 small, diced
• Chickpeas - 200 grams, cooked (or 1 can, drained)
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Smen (fermented butter) - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish
• Lemon - 1, cut into wedges

Steps

1. In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic, diced carrot, and celery, cooking for another 5 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in the diced zucchini and continue to sauté for an additional 3 minutes.
4. Add the cooked chickpeas, vegetable broth, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
6. In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the smen until melted and well incorporated.
7. Remove from heat, and serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber which aids digestion and promotes gut health.
• Loaded with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, supporting overall health.

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