Yayla Soup Recipe

Yayla soup is a popular soup of Turkish cuisine, made with yoghurt and rice.

Yayla Soup Recipe (For 6 People)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 1/2 cup rice
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 6 cups water (or chicken broth)
  • 1 egg
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Black pepper (optional)
  • Mint (optional)

Preparation

  1. Rice Prepare: Wash and drain the rice. Put it in a pot, add water and cook on low heat.

  2. Prepare the Yogurt Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk the yogurt, egg and flour. It is important for the mixture to be smooth.

  3. Boil the Water: Add the water (or chicken broth) to another pot and let it boil.

  4. Add the Yogurt Mixture: Add the yogurt mixture to the boiling water little by little. Stir constantly to prevent it from clumping.

  5. Add the Rice and Salt: Add the cooked rice to the soup, add the salt. Cook the soup on low heat without boiling, stirring for 10-15 minutes.

  6. Fry the Butter: Melt the butter in a pan and fry with mint or black pepper, if desired. Pour over the soup and stir.

  7. Serve: Soup is ready! Serve hot.