Kavurma Çorbası

Kavurma Çorbası is a hearty Turkish soup that combines tender chunks of meat with a rich, flavorful broth, making it a perfect comfort dish. Packed with protein and warming spices, it’s a nourishing meal ideal for any time of year.

Ingredients

• Lamb shoulder - 250 grams, diced
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Potato - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red pepper flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Water - 600 milliliters
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced lamb and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, cooking until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced carrot, potato, and green bell pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the diced tomato, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
5. Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice just before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 580 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.6 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, promoting overall health.

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