Nettle Soup (Nokkoskeitto)
recipe

A delicious and nutritious soup utilizing fresh nettles, perfect for spring.
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Serving Size: 4 servings

Ingredients

- 4 eggs
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3-4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 75-100 g cooked nettles
- About 1 tablespoon salt
- A pinch of sugar
- 1-1.5 liters milk

Instructions

1. Melt the butter in a pot over low heat.
2. Add the flour to the melted butter and mix well. Cook this mixture for a few minutes until it turns a light golden brown.
3. Gradually pour in the milk while stirring to avoid lumps. Heat the mixture over medium heat.
4. Add the cooked nettles, salt, and a pinch of sugar. Let the soup simmer on low heat for about 10-15 minutes.
5. Crack the eggs into a separate bowl and whisk lightly. Add the eggs to the soup and stir gently.
6. Allow the soup to bubble for a few more minutes until the eggs are cooked.
7. Serve hot, ideally with some bread.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

- Energy: 200 kcal
- Protein: 12 g
- Fat: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg

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