Vegetarian Kharcho Spicy Georgian Soup

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This is a spicy, hearty georgian soup. It is traditionally made with meat, but i adapted a vegetarian version from a georgian cookbook. It calls for the khmeli-suneli spice mix, of which there are as many varieties as there are cooks who make it themselves. The khmeli-suneli spice mix is available from russian food stores, or can be mixed to your own taste. One recipe of this mix is khmeli-suneli spice mix from georgia."

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Steps

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Sautee the onion in butter until soft but not yet brown.

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Add water , walnuts , half cilantro , garlic , pepper flakes , and rice.

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Bring to boil ,.

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Add crushed tomatoes , bring to boil and lower the heat.

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Cook until the rice is ready , approximately 30 minutes.

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Add khmeli-suneli and salt.

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Cook for 1-2 minutes.

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Take off the heat.

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Add the rest of cilantro , dill , and parsley.

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Ingredients

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onion, butter, walnuts, crushed tomatoes, rice, water, garlic cloves, red pepper flakes, hot spice blend, salt, cilantro, dill, parsley