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Macedonian Easter Lamb Soup

Cultural Context

Macedonian Easter Lamb Soup, or 'Jagnjeva Supe', is a cherished dish traditionally served during Easter celebrations in North Macedonia. This comforting soup symbolizes renewal and family togetherness, often prepared with fresh spring ingredients to honor the season. The dish has become a staple in Macedonian households, with variations found across the Balkans, each reflecting local flavors and customs.

MacedonianMKmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb lamb kidneys
1 lb lamb hearts
1 lb lamb melts
1 lb lamb intestines
6 cups water
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups noodles
1/4 cup parsley

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

lamb meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat, while pork is often less expensive.

egg yolks

🥗Healthier: silken tofu

💰Cheaper: whole eggs

Silken tofu provides creaminess with fewer calories, while whole eggs are more affordable.

parsley

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: cilantro

Spinach offers similar nutrients, while cilantro is often cheaper.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

1

Boil lamb kidneys, lamb hearts, and lamb melts in water.

2

Skim the foam that rises to the surface to keep the water clean.

3

After 30 minutes, pour out all the water and refill the pot with fresh water to boil again.

4

Chop the boiled kidneys and hearts into pieces and return them to the pot.

5

Boil for another hour to an hour and a half, skimming foam as needed.

6

Add vegeta, garlic salt, and salt to taste after boiling.

7

Let the soup simmer for about two hours to concentrate the flavors.

8

Add noodles and chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringtempering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifewhiskladle

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

egg

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