Caldo Verde (Portuguese Green Soup) is a traditional dish from Portugal, made with potatoes, kale, and chorizo. It is considered a festive starter, very popular in the northern region of Minho. At our catering service, caldo verde becomes an authentic experience that connects you with tradition. If you’re searching for food near me or exploring restaurants near me, you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me along with the richness of a peruvian restaurant near me, all in one place.
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 1 white onion (chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 150 g chorizo (sliced)
- 200 g kale (cut into very thin strips)
- 1 liter chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step-by-step preparation
- Cook the potatoes
- In a large pot, place potatoes with broth.
- Cook for 20 minutes until tender.
- Make the sauté
- In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil.
- Add this mixture to the pot with potatoes.
- Blend the base
- Mash or blend potatoes with broth until smooth.
- Add chorizo and kale
- Stir in sliced chorizo and thinly cut kale.
- Cook for 10 more minutes.
- Serve
- Serve caldo verde hot.
- Pair with fresh bread or cornbread.
Caldo Verde is more than just soup—it’s tradition, nutrition, and flavor in every spoonful. At our catering service, we prepare it with dedication so you can enjoy an authentic experience. So next time you’re searching for food near me or exploring different restaurants near me, remember that here you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me and the diversity of a peruvian restaurant near me. Let caldo verde win you over and taste the true flavor of Portuguese cuisine.
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