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Portuguese Soup

Cultural Context

Originating from the northern regions of Portugal, Caldo Verde is a traditional soup made with simple ingredients like potatoes, kale, and chorizo. This comforting dish is often enjoyed during festivals and family gatherings, symbolizing warmth and togetherness. Today, it has transcended borders, with variations appearing in many cultures, making it a beloved comfort food worldwide.

PortuguesePTmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3.5 lb beef roast
kale
cabbage
linguisa sausage
chorizo sausage
salt
black pepper
20 cups water
1 tablespoon beef broth
garlic

smoked sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: chorizo

Turkey sausage lowers fat content while chorizo adds a similar flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits while canola is more budget-friendly.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lighter, while bouillon is an economical alternative.

kale

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Spinach is milder in flavor, while collard greens are often less expensive.

1

Put frozen beef roast in Instant Pot for 45 minutes and perform quick release.

2

Transfer beef and cooking juices into a large pot.

3

Add 20 cups of water to the pot and season with salt and pepper.

4

Cook on medium-high heat for a couple of hours until the meat is tender.

5

Cut linguisa and chorizo sausages; add to the pot for flavor.

6

Prepare kale by cutting into 3/4 inch pieces and clean cabbage, cutting into bite-sized pieces.

7

Add kale and cabbage to the pot after the meat has cooked for about 30 minutes.

8

Stir everything together and let it cook until the vegetables are tender.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringblending

Equipment Needed

Instant Potlarge potknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Caldo VerdeGreen Soup

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