Turkish Onion Soup/Sogan Corbasi Recipe

Name: Turkish Onion Soup/Sogan Corbasi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter plus 1 teaspoon butter; 1 garlic clove, minced; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste (I added white pepper with the garlic and black pepper for garnish); 3 tablespoons flour; 1 large white onion, cut into 1/4 inch slices, rings separated; 1 cup whole milk; ½ cup- 1 cup white wine (read *Note); 1 cup vegetable broth (can substitute chicken broth); ground cinnamon; fresh parsley

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter plus 1 teaspoon butter
1 garlic clove, minced
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste (I added white pepper with the garlic and black pepper for garnish)
3 tablespoons flour
1 large white onion, cut into 1/4 inch slices, rings separated
1 cup whole milk
½ cup- 1 cup white wine (read *Note)
1 cup vegetable broth (can substitute chicken broth)
ground cinnamon
fresh parsley

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*Note, update 1 July 2011: I reduced the amount of wine to 1/2 cup from the original 1 cup.
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A few reviewers mentioned that there was an overpowering wine taste.
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Test soup with one half cup wine, then add more if you want a more pronounced flavor.
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Thank you, reviewers!
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You keep Cookgirl on her toes!
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In a medium pot, melt the butter on low-medium heat.
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Add the garlic, salt and white pepper.
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Saute just until the the garlic starts to smell-only 45 seconds to 1 minute max.
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Whisk in the flour.
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Add the onion rings then slowly pour milk in the pot while stirring constantly.
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Pour in the wine and vegetable broth, stirring slowly.
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Cook until the onions are tender on low heat, stirring occasionally.
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*Be careful not to boil the mixture!
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Immediately ladle into individual bowls.
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Sprinkle with a light touch of ground cinnamon on each serving.
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Garnish with fresh parsley.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter plus 1 teaspoon butter, 1 garlic clove, minced, salt, to taste, pepper, to taste (I added white pepper with the garlic and black pepper for garnish), and more.

Yes, Turkish Onion Soup/Sogan Corbasi 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Turkish Onion Soup/Sogan Corbasi

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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