SKORTHóZOUMI (GREEK GARLIC SOUP)

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This is a spicy garlic soup from Greece which typically is made during the winter months. Submitted for ZWT 6. If you don't care for too much garlic, only use 2 cloves :)

Provided by Mia in Germany

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups water
3 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon thyme
2 bay leaves
10 peppercorns, whole
6 1/8 ounces feta cheese
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon plain flour
2 eggs, medium size
salt, to taste
4 tablespoons arugula, chopped

Steps:

  • Place water, garlic, thyme, bay leaves, peppercorns in a large pot, bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Using a wooden spoon, press through a sieve and then pour it back into the pot, crumble in the feta cheese.
  • Mix yoghurt with the flour until smooth, then slowly drizzle in one ladle of the soup, stirring constantly.
  • Slowly pour the yoghurt mixture ito the soup, stirring constantly, then continue stirring at low heat for about ten minutes.
  • Remove the soup from the stove.
  • Beat the eggs until foamy, then slowly drizzle in 2 ladles of the soup, stirring contantly.
  • Slowly pour the egg mixture into the soup, stirring constantly.
  • Add salt to taste and serve with arugula and crisp bread.

Shakibul hossen Roton
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I always have a few pieces of leftover chicken in my fridge, so this is a perfect recipe for me.


Helen Brown
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I'm allergic to garlic, but I was able to make this soup without it. It still turned out delicious.


Queen Priya
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I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out great. It's a great way to have a hot meal ready when you get home from work.


Waleed amin Waleed amin
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Ab Sattar Ab Sattar
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I'm not a huge fan of garlic, but I really enjoyed this soup. The garlic flavor is very subtle.


Stephanie Olarte
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This soup is very affordable to make. It's a great way to feed a crowd on a budget.


Beza Alemu
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I love the addition of the lemon juice. It really brightens up the soup.


Nuh Siraj
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's one of my favorite recipes.


Duck Queen
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I made this soup for my family and they loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Mark Trevino
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very filling.


Alaa Shishani
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I love that this soup is so easy to make. It's a great weeknight meal.


Taiwo Temitope
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover bread. I always have a loaf of stale bread on hand, so this is a perfect recipe for me.


Tekraj Thapa
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I was a bit hesitant to try this soup because I'm not a big fan of garlic. But I'm so glad I did! The garlic flavor is not overpowering at all. It's actually very subtle and delicious.


Muhammad Nauman Sabar
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This is the best garlic soup I've ever had. It's so rich and creamy. I will definitely be making it again.


Pierre DUSHIMEYEZU Pierre
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I made this soup for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Ahmad Hafeez
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and comforting. I love the way the garlic and lemon complement each other.