Bey's soup
.JPG) Begova čorba | |
| Alternative names | Bey's soup |
|---|---|
| Type | Soup |
| Course | Appetizer |
| Place of origin | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Serving temperature | Warm |
| Main ingredients | Chicken, chicken broth, carrots, parsley root or celery root, dried okra, eggs, wheat flour, butter, sour cream, lemon juice |
Begova čorba (literally "Bey's soup") is a type of soup and a traditional festive dish from Bosnia and Herzegovina.[1] It is commonly served as a warm appetizer in the form of a classic soup made with vegetables and chicken meat.[2] The dish has its origins during the Ottoman period.[3] It is associated with hospitality and traditionally served to guests on festive occasions, including weddings, celebrations, and religious holidays such as Eid and Ramadan.[1]
Etymology
The name derives from the Turkish word bey, meaning a gentleman or a person of high social standing, and the dish is therefore sometimes interpreted as “gentlemen’s soup.”[1]
Ingredients
It is made with chicken meat, chicken broth, vegetables such as carrots and parsley or celery root, dried okra, eggs, wheat flour, butter, sour cream, and lemon juice.[1] Okra is considered a prized and highly sought-after vegetable.[4] It is regarded as medicinal in folk tradition and is sold fresh, dried, or preserved in brine.
Preparation
Chicken is simmered in salted water with cleaned vegetables until tender, then the meat is deboned and cut up while the broth is strained. Separately cooked rice and soaked okra are added to the broth with the meat and vegetables, and the soup is briefly cooked further and seasoned with lemon juice and additional salt if needed. After being removed from the heat, it is finished with sour cream and egg yolks and is not boiled again to prevent scorching.[4][5]
Begova čorba may also be served as a main dish, especially when prepared thick enough.
The soup may be made with various kinds of meat it, including veal, lamb, goat, and chicken.[6]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Brka, Muhamed; Omanović-Mikličanin, Enisa; Grahić, Jasmin; Muhamedagić, Samir; Mujčinović, Alen; Toroman, Almir; Falan, Vedad (2023-11-09). 32nd Scientific-Expert Conference of Agriculture and Food Industry: Local Food Production Systems in the Era of Global Challenges. Springer Nature. ISBN 978-3-031-47467-5. Retrieved 2026-03-21. Search this book on
- ↑ Erich (2026-02-21). Sarajevo in 3 Days: A Practical Guide for First-Time Visitors - Edition: 2026. Erich. Search this book on
- ↑ Kadevy, Brawn. ULTIMATE BOSNIA TOUR TRAVEL GUIDE 2024: Journey to Bosnia to Explore its Majestic Landscapes and Uncover the Enchantment therein. ACideas1 Publishing. Search this book on
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Aida (2017-03-27). "Okra Soup: Creamy Chicken Soup with Okra (Bosnian Bey's Soup, Begova Čorba)". Balkan Lunch Box. Retrieved 2026-03-23.
- ↑ "Bosnian Begova Čorba (Bey's Soup) | DelishGlobe". delishglobe.com. Retrieved 2026-03-23.
- ↑ "Begova čorba". www.zenasamja.me. Retrieved 2026-03-23.
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