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Tarhana, which is at the beginning of winter preparations in Evciler homes, is dried with a unique method using sour yogurt and cracked wheat, as it is throughout Afyonkarahisar.
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This soup, a source of healing during winter months, is made from tarhana powder traditionally produced in the villages of Evciler. Plenty of garlic and butter are used in making the soup. It is quite easy to find homemade tarhana in local public markets set up in the district.
The flavor of tarhana comes from the naturalness of the yogurt used in its making. You can taste this authentic flavor early in the morning during winter in village restaurants accessible via the Map.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons of homemade tarhana powder
- 1 tablespoon of butter
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
- 5 cups of meat broth
Preparation
- Soften the tarhana powder by mashing it in a glass of water.
- Melt butter in a pot, add crushed garlic and tomato paste, and sauté.
- Add the meat broth and bring to a boil.
- Slowly pour the softened tarhana into the pot, stirring continuously until cooked.
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