World Flavors Cookbook

Spas (Yogurt-Barley Soup)

Name: Spas (Yogurt-Barley Soup)
Cook time: 45 min
Cuisine: Armenia
Ingredients: 1 cup hulled barley or wheat berries; 1 liter Matzoon (Armenian yogurt) or Greek yogurt; 1 egg; 3 tbsp flour; 4 cups water; 2 tbsp butter; 1/2 cup fresh mint and cilantro, chopped; Salt

A comforting, tangy soup made with Armenian matzoon (yogurt) and hulled barley, flavored with fresh mint and cilantro.

Cuisine: Armenia

Ingredients

1 cup hulled barley or wheat berries
1 liter Matzoon (Armenian yogurt) or Greek yogurt
1 egg
3 tbsp flour
4 cups water
2 tbsp butter
1/2 cup fresh mint and cilantro, chopped
Salt

Instructions

1. Cook the barley in water until soft. 2. In a large pot, whisk together yogurt, egg, and flour until smooth. 3. Slowly add water while whisking to avoid curdling. 4. Place on medium heat and stir CONSTANTLY until it comes to a boil. 5. Add the cooked barley. 6. Simmer for 15 minutes. 7. Stir in butter and fresh herbs. 8. Serve hot in winter or cold in summer.