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Caldo Verde Soup

Cultural Context

Caldo Verde, a beloved dish from Portugal, originated in the Minho region and is traditionally served at celebrations and family gatherings. This comforting soup, made with simple ingredients like kale, potatoes, and chorizo, reflects the Portuguese spirit of using local, fresh produce. Today, it has found a place in homes worldwide, often enjoyed as a hearty meal on chilly days.

PortuguesePTmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups potatoes, diced
4 cups kale, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups chicken broth
8 oz smoked sausage, sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

smoked sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: chorizo

Turkey sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

1

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

2

Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

3

Stir in diced potatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes.

4

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

5

Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.

6

Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.

7

Return the soup to low heat and stir in chopped kale.

8

Add sliced smoked sausage and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.

9

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

10

Serve hot, drizzled with a little olive oil if desired.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingblending

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Also Known As

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