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Molokhia Soup - Egyptian Mulukhiyah Recipe
Molokhia Soup, also known as Mouloukhieh or Mulukhiyah, is a hearty Egyptian soup cooked in chicken broth and flavored with aromatic spices. It is low in calories, keto-friendly, and gluten-free!
Prep Time
5
minutes
mins
Cook Time
15
minutes
mins
Total Time
20
minutes
mins
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
African
Servings:
4
Calories:
110
kcal
Author:
Tayo Oredola
Ingredients
400
g
frozen jute leaves
1 pack
3
garlic cloves
crushed
½
onion
2
tablespoon
olive oil
2
cups
broth
1
teaspoon
cayenne pepper
1
teaspoon
black pepper
1
teaspoon
bouillon
½
teaspoon
salt or to taste
Instructions
If using fresh jute leaves, wash them and drain in a colander.
Place the leaves in a blender and add about a cup of water. Blend till pureed and pour into a bowl.
Chop the onions and garlic and sauté in olive oil till fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth, and bring to a boil.
Add in the jute leaves and cook for about 5 minutes. If using frozen, let it melt first, then simmer for 5 minutes.
Add bouillon, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt and bring to a boil.
Simmer for 5 more minutes and serve.
Notes
This recipe serves 4 and contains 7 net carbs per serving.
You can store this Egyptian soup in the fridge for 3-5 days and can freeze it for longer.
You really don't need a lot of spices when preparing this dish. The fewer, the better.
You can eat this without any protein for a vegan option, or you can serve it with chicken if you wish.
Nutrition
Calories:
110
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
9
g
|
Protein:
4
g
|
Fat:
7
g
|
Saturated Fat:
1
g
|
Sodium:
12
mg
|
Potassium:
9
mg
|
Fiber:
2
g
|
Sugar:
1
g
|
Vitamin C:
1
mg
|
Calcium:
4
mg
|
Iron:
1
mg