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Nutritional Values
580kcal
38gProtein
22gCarbs
38gFat
2gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Shkembe Chorba
How to order / say it
Say it
Шкембе чорба — [shkem-beh chor-bah]
Order
I'd like a bowl of Shkembe Chorba, please.
Locally
Бих искал купа шкембе чорба, моля.
Say locally
Popular tripe soup with garlic and paprika.
Why try it?
A mainstay of Sofia's taverns, Shkembe Chorba offers a comforting warmth and is noted for its hangover-curing reputation amongst locals.
How it tastes
The soup is rich and meaty with a strong garlic and vinegar aroma. It's traditionally seasoned with spices and served hot.
Origin & History — first documented: 1880
Evolving in the late 19th century in Sofia, this dish took root in the heart of the city, beloved by workers and intellectuals alike for its nourishing qualities.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 500 g tripe
- 🧄 4 cloves garlic
- 🧂 2 tsp paprika
- 🥣 100 ml vinegar
- 🥛 200 ml milk
- 🥛 50 g butter
Method
- 1 Clean and boil tripe until tender.
- 2 In a separate pot, melt butter and sauté garlic.
- 3 Add tripe, spoon in paprika, and combine with milk and vinegar.
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