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Hello, meet again with Arenatani, today we will share another recipe, namely Eshkeneh – Iranian onion and fenugreek based soup which is definitely very delicious and easy to make. The manufacturing process takes about 1 hour and can be served for 2-3 servings. In addition to being delicious and delicious, this food is suitable for serving to friends and family at home. Now, rather than being curious, let’s make the recipe. Before the manufacturing process, we first prepare the necessary ingredients, if there are ingredients that are not understood, please open Google, okay? Okay, here are the ingredients that need to be prepared.

Ingredients for Eshkeneh – Iranian onion and fenugreek based soup


  1. 🍅 Tomatoes – mini and normal ones
  2. 🧅 1-2 Onions
  3. 🧄 1-2 cloves of garlic
  4. 🥔 1-2 medium to bigger size potato
  5. 🍏 1 Cooking Apple
  6. 🥚 egg(s)
  7. Seasoning – taste 👅
  8. 🥄 1 teaspoon of Turmeric
  9. 🌿Random amount of Fenugreek
  10. 🧂 Salt
  11. 🫒 Olive oil
  12. Toppings
  13. 🌿 Dill
  14. 🌿 Cilantro
  15. 🍋 Lemon
Note: Now that the ingredients are ready, it’s time to try making it. We have prepared the steps in detail below. Make sure you follow them properly and correctly so that no mistakes occur.

Cooking Instructions for making Eshkeneh – Iranian onion and fenugreek based soup


  • 1

    Cut onion(s) but doesn’t have to be chopped into little but roughly.

    As well as chop potato(s)

  • 2

    Start stir onion(s) till it gets softer and little clear

  • 3

    Add chopped potato(s) – mix together with onion(s)

  • 4

    Add random amount of fenugreek – again mix together and add salt as well.

  • 5

    Once they mix well start to add tomatoes

  • 6

    Keep stirring until they mix well

  • 7

    Add water till the ingredients sink by the water

  • 8

    Add remaining ingredients, rest of tomatoes, garlic and add more salt to adjust. If you like you can add more fenugreek

  • 9

    Keep cooking for 15min – 20min till the potato gets soft enough

  • 10

    Once it’s done, you can add fresh dill and coriander at the end with fresh squeezed lemon!


  • Well, that’s the recipe for Eshkeneh – Iranian onion and fenugreek based soup that we’ve discussed together. How about it? It’s easy to make, right? Now it’s time for you to get creative in the kitchen and create your own version of Eshkeneh – Iranian onion and fenugreek based soup. Don’t forget to share the results on social media. I’m really curious about your creations! Who knows, your recipe could be an inspiration for future recipes. Good luck and enjoy!