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Sopa de Ajo

Comforting Sopa de Ajo: Your Quick Garlic Soup Fix

Sopa de Ajo, a traditional Basque garlic soup, brings warmth in just 20 minutes, making it a comforting quick meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Basque
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 6 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves provide rich flavor.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium is best for control.
  • 1 loaf Baguette Day-old baguette absorbs the broth.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil High-quality extra virgin enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adds smoky sweetness to the dish.
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten eggs add creaminess and protein.
  • 1 tablespoon Sherry Vinegar Adds brightness; substitute with white wine vinegar if needed.
  • to taste teaspoon Kosher Salt Essential for enhancing flavors.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large pot
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and cut the day-old baguette into small cubes. Toast in the oven for about 20-25 minutes until browned and crunchy.
  2. In a large pot, add olive oil over medium heat. Add the toasted bread cubes and let them soak for a minute, stirring gently.
  3. Add minced garlic to the pot and sauté over medium heat for about 30 seconds to 1 minute until golden and fragrant.
  4. Stir in smoked paprika, then pour in low-sodium chicken broth and sprinkle with kosher salt. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, add toasted bread cubes, and simmer for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Slowly pour in beaten eggs while stirring for 1-2 minutes to create delicate ribbons of egg.
  7. Ladle hot Sopa de Ajo into bowls, finishing with a splash of sherry vinegar, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth. Store leftovers without eggs for best results.

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