Molokhia (Jute Leaf Soup)

Per serving

Calories

280

Protein

11 g

Carbs

22 g

Fat

16 g

Fibre

5 g

Vitamins and minerals, % of a day’s needs

• Iron40%
• Vitamin D0%
• B127%
• Zinc21%
• Magnesium31%
• Omega-317%

Worked out from the ingredients. How we work out our numbers

Ingredients

• 150 g Dried molokhia leaves
• 800 ml Chicken stock (or vegetable)
• 6 Garlic cloves
• 1 tsp Ground coriander
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 whole Red onion
• 150 g Chicken breast (optional)
• 1 pinch Salt and pepper

Method

1. 1

   Pour stock into a pot and bring to a boil. If using chicken breast, add it now and simmer for 15 minutes until cooked through. Remove and shred, then set aside.

2. 2

   Crumble dried molokhia leaves between your fingers into the hot stock. Stir well to combine and prevent lumping. Simmer for 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Slice garlic thinly. Finely chop red onion.

4. 4

   Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until golden and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in ground coriander.

5. 5

   Pour garlic oil mixture into the molokhia pot and stir well. Add shredded chicken if used. Simmer for another 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot in bowls.