Biber Çorbası

Biber Çorbası is a vibrant Turkish soup that features roasted red peppers, lending a smoky sweetness to this comforting vegetarian dish. Perfectly spiced and enriched with fresh herbs, it warms the soul with every spoonful.

Ingredients

• Red bell peppers - 2 large
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Onion - 1 small, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 small, diced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Place the red bell peppers on a baking sheet and roast them in the oven for 20 minutes, turning halfway through, until the skin is blistered.
3. Remove the bell peppers from the oven and place them in a bowl covered with plastic wrap for about 10 minutes to steam.
4. Once cooled, peel off the skins, remove the seeds, and chop the roasted peppers.
5. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
6. Add diced carrot and tomato, cooking for another 5 minutes until softened.
7. Stir in the roasted red peppers, paprika, salt, and black pepper, mixing well.
8. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
9. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only half.
10. Stir in the lemon juice and fresh parsley just before serving.
11. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 22 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from bell peppers and tomatoes.
• Contains antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation.

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