Cómo Hacer Sopa De Jamón | How to Make Ham Soup

ham

🥗Healthier: turkey ham

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey ham reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made from scraps.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

cooked rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: barley

Barley is a cost-effective grain that adds heartiness.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in diced ham and cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly browned.

Add diced potatoes, chicken broth, bay leaves, black pepper, and thyme; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender.

Stir in red bell pepper and peas; cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Add cooked rice and mix well; heat through for 2-3 minutes.

Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice and chopped parsley before serving.

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