Syrian Jewish Style Vegetable Soup with Dumplings

Ingredients

In this adaptation of the original Croatian dish, Juha sa štruklima, we have transformed it into a Syrian Jewish style vegetable soup with dumplings. While the original dish features meat-filled dumplings, we have replaced them with vegetarian dumplings made from matzo meal, eggs, and parsley. Additionally, we have incorporated Syrian Jewish flavors by infusing the soup with spices like cumin, turmeric, and paprika, which are commonly used in Syrian Jewish cuisine. We alse have the original recipe for Juha sa štruklima, so you can check it out.

• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 4 cups vegetable broth 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 carrots, diced 2 carrots, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced 1 zucchini, diced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and diced 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Dumplings: Dumplings:
• 1 cup matzo meal 1 cup matzo meal
• 2 eggs 2 eggs
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 38g, 6g
• Protein: 7g
• Fiber: 5g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until they become translucent.
2. 2.
   Add the ground cumin, turmeric, and paprika to the pot, and stir well to coat the onions and garlic with the spices.
3. 3.
   Pour in the vegetable broth and bring it to a boil.
4. 4.
   Add the diced carrots, zucchini, and potatoes to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. 5.
   Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
6. 6.
   Meanwhile, prepare the dumplings by combining the matzo meal, eggs, and chopped parsley in a bowl. Mix well until a sticky dough forms.
7. 7.
   After the soup has simmered, take small spoonfuls of the dumpling dough and drop them into the simmering soup.
8. 8.
   Cover the pot again and let the dumplings cook for about 10 minutes or until they are cooked through.
9. 9.
   Serve the Syrian Jewish Style Vegetable Soup with Dumplings hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of this traditional dish.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Matzo meal — Make sure to use matzo meal that is finely ground for the best texture in the dumplings.
• Fresh parsley — Chop the parsley finely to evenly distribute its flavor throughout the dumplings.

Tips & Tricks

• For a heartier soup, you can add cooked chickpeas or lentils to the vegetable mixture.
• If you prefer a spicier soup, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
• Feel free to customize the vegetables in the soup based on your preferences or seasonal availability.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors will continue to develop, making it even more delicious the next day.
• Serve the soup with a sprinkle of fresh parsley on top for an extra burst of flavor.

Serving advice

Serve the Syrian Jewish Style Vegetable Soup with Dumplings as a comforting and satisfying main course. Accompany it with freshly baked bread or challah for a complete meal.

Presentation advice

Present the soup in individual bowls, making sure to showcase the colorful vegetables and fluffy dumplings. Garnish each bowl with a sprig of fresh parsley for an appealing touch.