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Spanish Garlic Soup (Sopa de Ajo)

Cultural Context

Originating from the Castile region, Sopa de Ajo is a rustic garlic soup traditionally made by shepherds using simple ingredients. It's a hearty dish that embodies the spirit of Spanish cuisine, emphasizing the use of local produce and flavors. Today, variations exist across Spain, with some adding ingredients like chorizo or poached eggs, making it a beloved comfort food.

SpanishESmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
6 cloves garlic
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 slices stale bread
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
4 cups chicken broth
2 eggs

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: stale bread

Stale bread provides the same texture at a lower cost.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon

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 while still suitable for cooking.

egg

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: flaxseed meal

Flaxseed meal can be used as a binding agent in soups.

1

Cut 6 cloves of garlic.

2

Heat 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil in a stock pot.

3

Add the garlic and brown it for 2 to 3 minutes.

4

Add 2 slices of stale bread to the pot.

5

Add 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika.

6

Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and bring to a boil.

7

Let it cook for about 20 minutes.

8

Add 2 eggs to the soup.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingpoaching

Equipment Needed

stock potknifecutting boardladle

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggsgluten

Also Known As

Sopa de Ajo
Local Name: Sopa de Ajo

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