Trahanas (Soured Wheat Soup with Halloumi)
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TrahanasSoured Wheat Soup with Halloumi

This comforting Cypriot soup is made by simmering trahana until it softens into a creamy, slightly tangy broth. Cubes of halloumi warm through at the end, adding a pleasantly salty bite to every spoonful.

Prep

10m

Cook

25m

Serves

4

Estimated

Nutrition

Per serving
392kcal

Calories

25g

Protein

17g

Fat

39g

Carbs

Estimated per serving from the base recipe. Actual nutrition may vary.

Before you start

Ingredients

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4
  • 200g
    Trahana
  • 1l
    Chicken Stock
  • 500ml
    Water
  • 200g
    Halloumi Cheese (cubed)
  • 4g
    Salt
  • 1g
    Black Pepper

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Method

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6 steps
  1. 01

    Bring the chicken stock and water to a gentle boil in a pot.

  2. 02

    Add the trahana gradually, stirring often so it softens evenly and does not form lumps.

  3. 03

    Simmer gently until the trahana is tender and the soup has thickened to a creamy consistency.

  4. 04

    Stir in the salt and black pepper.

  5. 05

    Add the halloumi cheese and cook briefly until warmed through.

  6. 06

    Let the soup stand for a few minutes, then serve hot.

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