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Tourin à L'ail Recipe - How to Cook French Garlic Soup

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Tourin à L'ail

Cultural Context

Originating from the southwestern region of France, Tourin à L'ail is a rustic garlic soup traditionally enjoyed for its comforting warmth and rich flavor. This dish reflects the culinary heritage of using simple, local ingredients, often prepared during colder months. Today, it is cherished not only in France but has also found its way into various international kitchens, celebrated for its bold garlic essence and nourishing qualities.

FrenchFRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
5 heads of garlic
knob of French butter
olive oil
flour
1 liter boiling water
pinch of salt
1 egg
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
bread

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat profile.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lighter and suitable for vegetarians.

egg yolks

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: silken tofu

Flaxseed meal provides a similar texture with fewer calories.

white wine

🥗Healthier: white grape juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

White grape juice adds sweetness without alcohol.

1

Disassemble garlic heads and smash to remove wrappers and roots.

2

Heat a pot on medium heat and add a knob of French butter and a little olive oil.

3

Add garlic to the pot and fry until fragrant.

4

Make a roux by sprinkling in flour little by little and stirring until thick.

5

Add 1 liter of boiling water to the pot and stir in a pinch of salt.

6

Let the mixture cook for about 20 minutes.

7

Crack an egg into a bowl and separate the yolk, whisking it with a tablespoon of red wine vinegar.

8

Temper the egg yolk by adding a little hot water and stirring to prevent cooking.

9

Slice bread and toast it on a grill pan until nice and toasted.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingblendingsimmering

Equipment Needed

potgrill panbowlwhiskknife

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Garlic SoupTourin
Local Name: Tourin à L'ail

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