Portuguese Soup

Delight your taste buds with the rich and comforting flavors of Portuguese Soup, a timeless classic that combines hearty ingredients with bold Mediterranean flair. This soul-warming soup features velvety pureed potatoes as its creamy base, infused with garlic and tender sautéed onions for deep, savory flavor. Thinly sliced kale adds a burst of vibrant greens, while crispy, smoky chouriço sausage brings an irresistible touch of authentic Portuguese spice. Perfectly seasoned with salt and black pepper, this one-pot meal is both wholesome and satisfying, ready in just under an hour. Serve it piping hot with a side of crusty bread for dipping, and experience the rustic charm of traditional Portuguese cuisine. Perfect for family dinners or cold-weather comfort, this easy recipe is a must-try for soup lovers everywhere!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped Yellow onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 4 medium, peeled and diced Russet potatoes
• 6 cups Chicken or vegetable stock
• 4 cups, thinly sliced Kale leaves
• 2 links, sliced into thin rounds Portuguese chouriço sausage
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
• 1 loaf Crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced potatoes to the pot and pour in the chicken or vegetable stock.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 6

While the potatoes are cooking, slice the kale leaves into thin ribbons and prepare the chouriço sausage slices.

Step 7

Once the potatoes are soft, use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until smooth, then return it to the pot.

Step 8

Add the sliced kale and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the kale is tender but still vibrant green.

Step 9

In a separate skillet over medium-high heat, lightly brown the chouriço sausage slices for 2-3 minutes, then add them to the soup.

Step 10

Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 11

Serve hot with slices of crusty bread on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3124.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2759.0

Total Fat 87.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 80mg	0%
Sodium 11427.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 395.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.7g	0%
Total Sugars 24.7g
Protein 105.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 791.7mg	0%
Iron 29.0mg	0%
Potassium 6454.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.2%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 56.6%