Yogurt Atelier
Yayla Soup
A comforting Turkish yogurt and rice soup finished with mint butter.
35 min · Serves 4
Method
Simmer the rice in the water or stock for about 15 minutes until soft.
In a bowl, whisk the yogurt, egg yolk and flour until smooth.
Slowly whisk a ladle of hot broth into the yogurt mixture, then pour it back into the pot while stirring.
Warm over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly and never letting it boil. Season with salt.
Melt the butter with the mint and spoon over each bowl.
From the kitchen
Contains milk, egg and wheat (gluten). If you use stock, check its label for other allergens. Keep the heat gentle after adding the yogurt so it does not split.
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