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Spanish Soup (Sopa De Ajo)

Hearty Spanish Soup (Sopa De Ajo) Ready in 30 Minutes

This Quick & Easy Spanish Soup (Sopa De Ajo) is a comforting vegetarian dish packed with rich flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 cups Baguette Torn into pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin for better flavor
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Substitutable with regular paprika
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Can use chicken broth for non-vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Dry Sherry Red wine vinegar can be used as a substitute
For the Creamy Finish
  • 3 large Eggs Beaten
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Fresh, chopped
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • 6-8 quart saucepot

Method
 

Step−By−Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a 6-8 quart saucepot over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Toast 2 cups of torn baguette pieces in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then set aside.
  3. Add more olive oil to the pot, then sauté sliced garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and golden.
  4. Stir in smoked paprika and sauté for an additional 30-60 seconds.
  5. Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth and bring to a boil; then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  6. Stir in the toasted baguette pieces and 1 cup of dry sherry, mixing until the bread starts to dissolve.
  7. While stirring, slowly drizzle in the beaten eggs to create silky ribbons in the soup.
  8. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, serve warm garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use fresh garlic for vibrant flavor and consume shortly after making for the best experience.

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