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Sopa Paraguaya con Polenta

Cultural Context

Sopa Paraguaya is a traditional dish from Paraguay, often enjoyed during gatherings and celebrations. It is a cornbread-like dish made with cornmeal, cheese, and eggs, reflecting the country's agricultural heritage. The dish is a staple in Paraguayan cuisine and has gained popularity in neighboring countries, showcasing the versatility of corn in Latin American cooking.

ParaguayanPYmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 medium onion
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup milk
2 cups cornmeal
1 cup Barraza cheese
1 cup Mar del Plata cheese

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

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk lowers calories while maintaining moisture.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats with similar cooking properties.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheddar

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and provides a cheesy flavor.

1

Start by chopping a lot of onion.

2

In a skillet, heat oil and add the chopped onion with a little salt, cooking until just soft, not browned.

3

In a bowl, beat a generous amount of eggs and add a splash of oil or fat and milk.

4

Add cornmeal to the egg mixture.

5

Incorporate Barraza cheese and Mar del Plata cheese cut into cubes into the mixture.

6

Mix everything well and let it rest.

7

In a baking dish, add plenty of oil and pour in the mixture.

8

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (356°F).

9

Bake until a knife comes out clean.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

baking dishskilletmixing bowlswhiskspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Paraguayan Corn CakeSopa Paraguaya

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