Garlic Şehriye Soup (Turkish Orzo Soup with Garlic)

1. Fill a soup pot a little more than halfway with water. Add 1 dessert spoon of vegetable oil and 1/2 dessert spoon of salt. Once it comes to a boil, add 1 water glass of şehriye (Turkish orzo / tiny pasta).
2. In a pan, sauté 1 tablespoon of butter, 1 dessert spoon of vegetable oil, 1 dessert spoon of mint, and 2 crushed garlic cloves together.
3. Once the şehriye is cooked, pour the prepared butter mixture over it and bring to a brief boil.

 

Pro Tip

You can serve with a splash of vinegar.

About This Recipe

In Turkey, garlic is most abundantly grown in the Taşköprü district of Kastamonu province. Garlic has a long shelf life and a notably sharp aroma. It contains 33 types of sulfur compounds, 17 types of amino acids, germanium, zinc, and vitamins A, B1, and C. 

Garlic and Its Benefits;

*Heart-friendly garlic speeds up blood circulation and helps prevent vascular blockages that can lead to heart attacks and sudden strokes.

*With its powerful antioxidant properties, garlic fights infections and strengthens the immune system.

*It is beneficial for Alzheimer's disease.

*It has cancer-preventive properties, particularly for pancreatic and colon cancer. It slows the growth of cancerous cells.

*It lowers blood sugar levels.

*It helps balance cholesterol levels in the blood.

*It lowers blood pressure.

*It strengthens vital organs such as the heart, lungs, liver, and gallbladder.

*It acts as a diuretic.

*It prevents constipation.

*It helps relieve toothache.

*It strengthens the heart muscles.

*It helps relieve ear inflammation.

*It is beneficial for bronchitis and respiratory tract ailments.

*It stimulates appetite.

*It is good for wounds and boils on the body.

*Garlic is used in hair loss treatment. It not only prevents hair loss but also supports new hair growth.

*It disinfects and eliminates infections in the stomach and intestines.

*It has carminative (gas-relieving) properties.

*It boosts libido.

Today we made Şehriye Soup for you — but not the usual version :) May this Garlic Şehriye Soup be a feast for your palate and a remedy for your body. Bon appétit in advance!