Caldo de Gallina (Hen Soup) is a traditional Peruvian dish, made with free-range hen, potatoes, noodles, and herbs in a flavorful broth. It is considered a festive breakfast or lunch, very popular in Lima and the Andes. At our catering service, caldo de gallina 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
- 1 free-range hen (cut into pieces)
- 4 medium potatoes (peeled and halved)
- 200 g thick noodles (like spaghetti)
- 1 tender corn cob (sliced)
- 2 hard-boiled eggs (optional)
- 1 large white onion (chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 piece of ginger
- 2 sprigs of mint or cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step-by-step preparation
- Prepare the broth
- Place hen in a large pot with water.
- Add onion, garlic, ginger, and salt.
- Cook over medium heat for 1 hour until meat is tender.
- Add vegetables and noodles
- Add potatoes and corn.
- Cook for 20 more minutes.
- Add noodles and cook until al dente.
- Finish the soup
- Adjust salt and pepper.
- Add fresh mint or cilantro.
- Optional: add hard-boiled egg to each bowl.
- Serve
- Serve caldo de gallina hot in deep bowls.
- Pair with homemade chili sauce and fresh bread.
Caldo de Gallina is more than just soup—it’s tradition, energy, 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 de gallina win you over and taste the true flavor of Peruvian criolla cuisine.
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