[ENG] White Hessoua (Oats or Barley Milk Soup)/حسوا بيضاء (حساء الشوفان أو الشعير بالحليب) - CWA-690

White Hessoua is a traditional Moroccan soup known for its creamy texture and comforting flavors. This vegetarian dish, usually served for dinner, offers a harmonious blend of oats or barley with milk, delivering a warm and satisfying experience.

Ingredients

🥣 100 grams steel-cut oats or barley No brand visible
🫒 1 tablespoon olive oil No brand visible on the bottle
🧂 Salt No brand visible
💧 500 ml water No brand visible, poured from a clear glass bottle
🥛 250 ml milk No brand visible, poured from a green ceramic bowl
🌿 Dried thyme No brand visible

Instructions

1- Prepare Saucepan:

• Place a stainless steel saucepan on medium-high heat.
• Pour in 500 ml water, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

2- Boil Mixture:

• Heat the mixture until it starts boiling.
• Add 100 grams of steel-cut oats or barley.

3- Cook Oats or Barley:

• Stir occasionally and let it boil for approximately 15 minutes or until the soup thickens.

4- Add Milk:

• Pour in 250 ml of milk, reduce the heat to medium-low.
• Continue cooking for about 10 more minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

5- Serve and Garnish:

• Remove from the heat, and serve the soup hot.
• Garnish each serving with a sprinkle of crushed dried thyme, optionally add a drizzle of olive oil before serving.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approximately 180 kcal per serving
Protein: 5g per serving
Fats: 8g per serving
Carbohydrates: 22g per serving
Equipment:

• Saucepan: Medium-sized, stainless steel No brand visible
• Stove/Burner: Single-burner gas stove No brand visible
• Wooden Spoon: For stirring No brand visible
• Measuring Bowls: Various ceramic types No brands visible
• Glass Bottle: For water and olive oil No brand visible
• Serving Bowls: Decorative ceramic bowls No brands visible
• Ladle/Serving Spoon: Silver No brand visible

Cooking Tips

• Stir the mixture occasionally during both stages to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
• The use of steel-cut oats or barley adds a hearty texture; choose according to preference.
• Fresh thyme can be used if available for a stronger flavor.

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White Hessoua