Sopa De Ajo Garlic Soup
Warm, rustic, and steeped in tradition, sopa de ajo garlic soup is a hearty Spanish classic that delivers bold flavors with comforting simplicity. This recipe combines caramelized garlic, smoky paprika, and crusty day-old bread to create a velvety, savory base, enriched with poached eggs for added indulgence. The soup is simmered in chicken or vegetable stock, allowing the bread to break down and thicken the broth into a rich and satisfying texture. Garnished with a touch of fresh parsley, it's the perfect dish for chilly evenings or moments when you crave a soulful bowl of homemade goodness. Quick to prepare in under 40 minutes, this easy recipe is an ideal choice for garlic lovers looking to experience authentic Spanish cuisine.
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Ingredients
- 8 pieces Garlic cloves
- 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 4 slices Day-old bread (crusty, rustic variety)
- 1.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 6 cups Chicken or vegetable stock
- 4 pieces Eggs
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Peel the garlic cloves and slice them thinly.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the sliced garlic to the pot and sauté gently, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant (about 2-3 minutes). Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
Step 4
Tear the day-old bread into rough bite-sized pieces and add them to the pot. Stir well to coat the bread in the garlic-flavored oil.
Step 5
Sprinkle the smoked paprika over the bread and stir to combine evenly.
Step 6
Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for 15 minutes, allowing the bread to soak and soften, forming a thickened soup.
Step 7
Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 8
Crack the eggs one at a time and gently drop them into the simmering soup. Poach the eggs for 2-3 minutes, or until the whites are set and the yolks are still slightly runny.
Step 9
Carefully ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving has a poached egg.
Step 10
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1844.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 879.7 |
| Total Fat 25.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.4g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 744mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7624.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 108.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.7g | |
| Protein 50.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 164IU | 0% |
| Calcium 216.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 828.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories