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Ajiaco Bogotano (Vegan)

A comforting and hearty vegan version of the traditional Colombian Ajiaco soup, featuring potatoes, corn, and guascas (if available). Served with avocado and capers.

65m6 servings
DAIRY-free
350 cal|10g protein|60g carbs|8g fat|10g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 450 g Yukon Gold potatoes
  • about 450 g Russet potatoes
  • about 450 g Red potatoes
  • 2 ears Corn on the cob
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 8 cups Vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp Guascas (dried)
  • 1 large Avocado
  • 2 tbsp Capers
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro
  • 1/2 cup Vegan sour cream (optional)

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Peel and chop the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
  2. 2Cut the corn kernels off the cob.
  3. 3Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
  4. 4In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic in a little bit of vegetable broth until softened.
  5. 5Add the potatoes, corn kernels, vegetable broth, and guascas (if using) to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender and start to break down.
  6. 6Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some chunks of potato for texture.
  7. 7Serve hot, garnished with avocado slices, capers, cilantro, and a dollop of vegan sour cream (if desired).

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