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Caldo Verde (Portuguese Green Soup) recipe by Safe Plated

Caldo Verde (Portuguese Green Soup)

A traditional Portuguese soup made with potatoes, kale, and chorizo. This version is adapted to be gluten-free and nut-free, using gluten-free chorizo and ensuring no cross-contamination.

50m4 servings
NUTS-free
320 cal|18g protein|35g carbs|12g fat|5g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 680 g Potatoes
  • 1 bunch Kale
  • about 170 g Gluten-free chorizo
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 6 cups Chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper

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

Instructions

  1. 1Peel and cube the potatoes. Chop the onion and garlic. Slice the gluten-free chorizo.
  2. 2Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  3. 3Add onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4Add potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  5. 5Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth.
  6. 6Stir in chopped kale and gluten-free chorizo. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until kale is tender.
  7. 7Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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