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.

Wanda Shingler
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This is my go-to soup recipe when I'm feeling under the weather. It's always so comforting and healing.


Leilah Ingabire
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This soup is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of garlic and lemon.


Grish Ale
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I love how easy this soup is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Sachin Rajbanshi
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I've never had skorthzoumi before, but I'm glad I tried it. It's a delicious and unique soup. I'll definitely be making it again.


Gazi Alomger
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, creamy, and flavorful. I love making it on a cold winter day.


Hakom973
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I made this soup for my family last night, and they all loved it. Even my kids, who are picky eaters, ate it up. I'll definitely be making it again.


Sheanna Bowling
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love serving it with a side of crusty bread for dipping.


makaila hoover
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I'm not usually a fan of garlic soup, but this one was really good. The flavors were well-balanced, and the soup was very creamy and satisfying.


Osariemen Treasure
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I made this soup for a dinner party last night, and everyone loved it! They couldn't stop talking about how delicious it was. I'll definitely be making it again.


Tushar Chand
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This was my first time making skorthzoumi, and it turned out great! I was worried that the garlic would be overpowering, but it was actually very well-balanced. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and it was perfect for a cold winter day.


Muhammad Alyaskhan
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I've made this soup a few times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's always so delicious. I love the way the garlic and lemon flavors come together.


Boz N Son'z Garage
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This skorthzoumi was incredibly flavorful. The garlic was perfectly balanced with the other ingredients, and the broth was rich and satisfying. I'm definitely making this again soon!