Köfte Çorbası

Köfte Çorbası is a hearty and comforting Turkish soup featuring flavorful vegan meatballs made from lentils and spices, simmered in a rich tomato broth. This dish is perfect for warming up on a chilly evening while delivering authentic Turkish flavors.

Ingredients

• Red lentils - 100 grams
• Brown rice - 50 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Vegetable broth - 1 liter
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Tomato paste - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Rinse the red lentils and brown rice under cold water and set aside.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
3. Add the diced carrot and tomato to the pot, stirring well. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
4. Stir in the tomato paste, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, and cook for 2 more minutes to combine the flavors.
5. Add the rinsed lentils and brown rice to the pot, then pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes until the lentils and rice are tender.
7. Once cooked, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If desired, use an immersion blender to blend the soup slightly for a creamier texture.
8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 54 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from lentils and brown rice.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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