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Persian Gondi (Meatball Soup)

Name: Persian Gondi (Meatball Soup)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Fresh cilantro', 'amount': '1 cup, chopped (plus extra for garnish)'}; {'ingredient': 'Lemon juice', 'amount': '2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed'}; {'ingredient': 'Chicken broth', 'amount': '6 cups'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Ground cardamom', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Ground cinnamon', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Ground cumin', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Ground turmeric', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '3 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Onion', 'amount': '1 medium, finely chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Chickpea flour', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Ground chicken', 'amount': '1 pound'}

Gondi, a traditional Persian dish, is a heartwarming meatball soup that embodies the rich culinary heritage of Iran. This delightful recipe is perfect for family gatherings and special occasions, featuring tender, spiced meatballs made from ground chicken and chickpea flour, immersed in a fragrant broth infused with aromatic herbs and spices. The freshness of cilantro and the tanginess of lemon juice elevate the dish, creating a comforting bowl of goodness that warms both body and soul. Each spoonful captures the essence of Persian culture, inviting you to celebrate flavors that have been cherished for generations.

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Fresh cilantro (1 cup, chopped (plus extra for garnish))
Lemon juice (2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed)
Chicken broth (6 cups)
Salt (1 teaspoon)
Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
Ground cardamom (1/2 teaspoon)
Ground cinnamon (1/2 teaspoon)
Ground cumin (1 teaspoon)
Ground turmeric (1/2 teaspoon)
Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
Onion (1 medium, finely chopped)
Chickpea flour (1 cup)
Ground chicken (1 pound)

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, chickpea flour, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, cardamom, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
With wet hands, shape the mixture into small meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter. Set aside on a plate.
In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a rolling boil over high heat.
Carefully drop the meatballs into the boiling broth. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer.
Cover the pot and let the meatballs cook for about 30 minutes, or until they are fully cooked and tender.
Once cooked, stir in the lemon juice and chopped fresh cilantro, allowing the flavors to meld for a couple of minutes.
Ladle the Gondi soup into bowls and serve hot, garnished with additional fresh cilantro if desired.

Dietary Information

Servings: 6 • Dish Type: Soup • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 250 • Fat: 7g • Carbs: 22g • Protein: 24g • Sodium: 900mg • Sugar: 1g

Persian Gondi (Meatball Soup)

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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