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Umsebenti (wild herb soup)

A light soup made with wild herbs gathered from the countryside, flavoured with onion. It goes well with maize and is eaten every day, especially in spring.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

Nutrition facts

108 kcal per serving

Protein
5 g
Carbohydrates
7.5 g
of which sugars
4.4 g
Fat
4.6 g
of which saturated fat
0.7 g
Fiber
7.8 g

Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.

Instructions

  1. Clean the greens in clear water and chop them finely.
  2. Fry the sliced onion in the oil for 4 to 5 minutes, then add the diced tomato.
  3. Pour in the water, bring to the boil, then add the greens.
  4. Simmer for 10 to 12 minutes over low heat, season with salt and pepper, and serve piping hot.

Variations and tips

Heartier version. Add a handful of cooked chickpeas or beans to make it a complete meal.

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