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South Sudanese Shorba || The simplest & quickest South Sudanese Lamb Soup 😋

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South Sudanese Shorba

Cultural Context

Shorba is a beloved dish in South Sudan, often enjoyed during communal meals and special occasions. This hearty soup reflects the diverse culinary traditions of the region, blending local ingredients and spices to create a comforting meal. Today, variations of Shorba can be found across different cultures, each adapting the recipe to their local tastes and available ingredients.

SudaneseSDmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
lamb meat
2 tablespoons vegetable stock powder
black peppercorns
4-5 cardamom pods
small onion
water
1 teaspoon vegetable oil

meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is a leaner option, while beef can be more economical.

coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dill

Parsley can provide a fresh taste, while dill is often more accessible.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, while canola is often less expensive.

chili peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Bell peppers are milder, while cayenne adds heat at a lower cost.

1

Wash the lamb meat and add it into a pot.

2

Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable stock powder and a few black peppercorns.

3

Add 4-5 cardamom pods and a small onion to the pot.

4

Pour in water to cover the ingredients.

5

Add roughly 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil to the pot.

6

Stir everything together and cover the pot.

7

Cook until the meat is tender, which takes about 30 to 40 minutes.

8

Taste the soup to check for seasoning and add salt if necessary.

9

Serve the soup with bread, rice, kisra, or on its own.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringchopping

Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

ShorbaSudanese Soup

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