How to Make Locro de Papa (Ecuadorian Potato Soup) with SonyaJoy

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk provides creaminess with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds flavor.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and a different flavor.

Peel the potatoes using a peeler, holding the potato with a claw grip.

Dice the potatoes into half-inch strips, then turn and cut into cubes.

Boil water in a pot and add the diced potatoes, ensuring they are covered by water.

Cover the pot and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.

Chop the cilantro while the potatoes are cooking.

Once the potatoes are cooked, mash them using a potato masher or blend them until smooth.

Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted, reserving some for garnish.

Serve the soup topped with additional cheddar cheese and chopped cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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