A thick nutritious soup combining red beans, lentils, and hand-cut noodles in a tomato-spiced broth topped with yogurt and fried onions.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Vessel: deep ceramic bowl
Garnishes: yogurt, fresh mint, fried onions
Accompaniments: chorek flatbread
Instructions
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1
Boil soaked red beans in fresh water for forty-five minutes until nearly tender then add rinsed red lentils and cook fifteen more.
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2
Make a simple dough from flour, water, and salt then roll thin and cut into small noodle squares or strips.
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3
Fry diced onion in oil until golden then stir in tomato paste, cumin, and turmeric cooking one minute until fragrant.
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4
Add the fried onion mixture to the bean and lentil pot along with additional water as needed for a thick soup consistency.
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5
Drop the cut noodles into the simmering soup and cook for eight minutes until they are tender throughout.
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6
Serve in bowls topped with a generous dollop of yogurt and scattered fresh mint leaves.
Did You Know?
Unash is considered a lucky food in Turkmen culture and is traditionally prepared when moving into a new home.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- large pot
- rolling pin
- skillet
Garnishing
yogurt, fresh mint, fried onions
Accompaniments
chorek flatbread
The Story Behind Unash
Unash combines the agricultural traditions of bean and lentil cultivation with the nomadic practice of making hand-cut noodles, creating a dish that bridges both worlds of Turkmen heritage. This hearty soup has been a staple of Turkmen home cooking for centuries and holds special cultural significance as a dish associated with new beginnings and good fortune.
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