Pistachio Soup (Persian) Recipe

Name: Pistachio Soup (Persian)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup pistachios, shelled; 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil; 1 shallot, diced finely; 1 leek, chopped finely; 1 garlic clove, minced; 3 tablespoons rice flour; 6 cups chicken broth or 6 cups stock; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper or 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 1/4 cup orange juice; 2 tablespoons lime juice or 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons pistachios, slivered (garnish)

Servings: persons

1 cup pistachios, shelled
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
1 shallot, diced finely
1 leek, chopped finely
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons rice flour
6 cups chicken broth or 6 cups stock
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper or 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons lime juice or 2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons pistachios, slivered (garnish)

1
Soak and rinse the pistachios a couple times, if salted. Finely grind the pistachios in a food processor.
2
In a heavy saucepan, heat the olive oil. Add the shallot, leek and the garlic. Saute until translucent. Add the rice flour, stirring constantly. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
3
Add the ground pistachios, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Add the orange and lime/lemon juices, stir. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Garnish with pistachios and lime zest (optional) Can be served hot or cold.

903

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

114

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup pistachios, shelled, 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil, 1 shallot, diced finely, 1 leek, chopped finely, and more.

Yes, Pistachio Soup (Persian) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pistachio Soup (Persian)

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