Sep 16, 2023
Soup Saturday - Chorba beida
Chorba beïda is a rich and nourishing Algerian white chicken soup that's traditionally prepared for Ramadan. It's usually made with a combination of chicken, onions, carrots, celery, garlic, butter, cinnamon, chickpeas, and seasonings. The chicken pieces are first browned and the vegetables are cooked until they soften.
Water is added to the pot and the soup is simmered for a while along with chickpeas. Near the end of cooking, a combination of egg yolks, lemon juice, and parsley or coriander is stirred into the soup. When served, chorba beïda is often accompanied by crusty bread on the side.