Omach Soup | Afghan hearty Soup | Sarah Zafar

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits, while vegetable oil is cost-effective.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley is a good substitute for flavor, and spinach is budget-friendly.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños provide heat, while bell peppers are milder and less expensive.

Sprinkle water over 1 cup of all-purpose flour to make crumbled dough.

Let the crumbled dough rest for at least half an hour.

Sift the flour using a strainer and set aside.

In a cooking pot, add 3 tbsp of oil and sauté chopped onions for 1 minute.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened.

Add spices: 1 tsp black pepper, salt to taste, and turmeric powder.

Add 6-8 cups of water and optionally chicken broth, then add vegetables: spinach, bell pepper, turnip, carrots, and mixed beans.

Cover and cook until vegetables are tender, about 12-15 minutes.

Add the crumbled flour to the pot and stir, allowing it to boil for another 8-10 minutes.

Sauté garlic in a pan and add it to the soup before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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