How to make Ancient Cornelian Cherry Soup | Vegan Soup Recipe | Georgian

cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Cottage cheese offers a lower-fat option while still providing creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and can enhance flavor.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

meat

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tofu is a plant-based alternative that is lower in calories.

Prepare the Cornelian cherries by washing and pitting them if necessary.

In a pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

Stir in the minced garlic and chili pepper; cook for another minute.

Add the flour and stir to combine, cooking for a minute to remove the raw flour taste.

Add the fresh Cornelian cherries and enough water to cover them; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until the cherries are soft, about 10-15 minutes.

Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.

Season with salt and sugar to taste, adjusting for tartness.

Serve warm or cold, garnished with fresh herbs and accompanied by toasted bread.

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