Spas (soup) facts for kids
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Spas is a delicious and traditional soup from Armenia. It's special because it's made with yogurt! You can enjoy Spas either warm on a chilly day or cold when it's hot outside. It's a popular dish that has been part of Armenian cooking for a very long time.
What is Spas?
Spas is a creamy soup that uses yogurt as its main liquid base. Besides yogurt, the most important ingredients are wheat or rice. The wheat used is usually "hulled," which means its tough outer layer has been removed.
Key Ingredients
- Yogurt: This gives the soup its creamy texture and tangy flavor.
- Wheat or Rice: These grains make the soup hearty and filling.
- Egg: A whole egg or just the yolk is added. This is a clever trick to stop the yogurt from separating or "curdling" when the soup is heated. Curdling means the yogurt would turn lumpy and watery, which we don't want!
Tasty Variations
Sometimes, cooks add other yummy things to Spas to make it even more special:
- Greens: Leafy green vegetables like spinach can be mixed in.
- Herbs: Fresh herbs such as coriander or mint are often sprinkled on top as a garnish. This adds a fresh, bright taste.
- Meatballs: When Spas is served hot, small, savory meatballs can be added to make it a more complete meal.
Spas is a wonderful example of how simple ingredients can create a comforting and flavorful dish that's loved by many.
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