Sopa Caldosa Recipe

Name: Sopa Caldosa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Chorizo; 1/2 lb boneless pork loin; 2 tablespoons cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 garlic clove, crushed; For the soup; 2 bacon, slices cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 8 cups thinly sliced green cabbage (about 1 pound); 1 cup chopped onion; 1 garlic clove, minced; 5 cups chicken stock; 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can chickpeas, drained (garbanzo beans); 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can whole tomatoes, undrained and chopped; mexican chorizo sausage; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

For the Chorizo
1/2 lb boneless pork loin
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, crushed
For the soup
2 bacon, slices cut into 1/2-inch pieces
8 cups thinly sliced green cabbage (about 1 pound)
1 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
5 cups chicken stock
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can chickpeas, drained (garbanzo beans)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can whole tomatoes, undrained and chopped
mexican chorizo sausage
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1
For the Chorizo:.
2
Trim fat from pork. Combine pork and remaining ingredients in a food processor, and pulse until well-blended. Place mixture in a zip-top bag; seal and marinate in refrigerator 8 hours or overnight.
3
Place a medium skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add pork mixture; cook 5 minutes or until done, stirring to crumble.
4
For the soup:.
5
Cook bacon pieces in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until crisp. Add cabbage, onion, and garlic; saute 10 minutes. Add Chicken Stock, chickpeas, and tomatoes. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Ladle soup into each of 6 bowls; top with Mexican Chorizo and parsley.

1075

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

134

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Chorizo, 1/2 lb boneless pork loin, 2 tablespoons cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon chili powder, and more.

Yes, Sopa Caldosa falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sopa Caldosa

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