Ayran Corbasi (Yogurt Soup) Recipe

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   Ahead of time, place the barley or possibly wheat in a 2 qt saucepan with water, and cook till grain is quite soft, but not mushy (One to one-and-a-half hrs).

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   Cold and drain off excess water.

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   Make a paste of the yogurt, flour, and salt, and stir into the pan of barley.

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   Add in broth or possibly bouillon cubes.

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   If using bouillon, add in about 2 c. of water as well.

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   Bring the mix to a boil and cook about 5 min, stirring to prevent sticking.

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   Turn off heat.

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   In a frypan, saute/fry the onions in oil till transparent.

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   Add in mint or possibly cilantro and stir-fry till onions are browned.

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    Add in this mix to the soup with additional water and salt to taste.

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    Bring to a boil again and cook 15 min.

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    If you like, serve with the sauce drizzled into each bowl.

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    Sauce: Heat 3 Tbs.

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    oil or possibly butter in a small pan or possibly microwave.

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    Stir in1 Tbs.

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    hungarian paprika or possibly mild red pepper flakes and heat one minute more.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.