A Delicious Paraguayan Tradition: Vegan So'o Apu'a (Vegan Meatball)

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth can be lower in sodium and more flavorful.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive than olive oil.

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

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced potatoes, carrots, and bell pepper; cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Add corn and diced tomatoes; reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

Incorporate shredded cabbage and cook for an additional 5 minutes until tender.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Stir in chopped parsley just before serving.

Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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