Spanish Garlic Soup (Sopa De Ajo) Recipe

Name: Spanish Garlic Soup (Sopa De Ajo)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons olive oil; cloves from 1 head of garlic (about 15), peeled, smashed with the side of a knife, and chopped; 1 large onion, peeled and chopped; 4 slices sourdough bread, cubed; 1 cup white wine; 6 cups vegetable or chicken stock, preferably homemade (I used vegetable); 1 teaspoon sweet or smoked paprika (I prefer the smoked); 1 pinch saffron; 1 1/2 teaspoons coursely ground peppercorns (I use a mortal and pestle); 1 teaspoon sea salt or to taste; minced fresh parsley for serving; creme fraiche for serving- optional

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
cloves from 1 head of garlic (about 15), peeled, smashed with the side of a knife, and chopped
1 large onion, peeled and chopped
4 slices sourdough bread, cubed
1 cup white wine
6 cups vegetable or chicken stock, preferably homemade (I used vegetable)
1 teaspoon sweet or smoked paprika (I prefer the smoked)
1 pinch saffron
1 1/2 teaspoons coursely ground peppercorns (I use a mortal and pestle)
1 teaspoon sea salt or to taste
minced fresh parsley for serving
creme fraiche for serving- optional

1
In a soup pot, melt the butter and the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion, and bread cubes, and reduce the heat a bit so the garlic doesn't burn. Cook until the onions are translucent and the garlic and bread cubes are nicely browned (you can add a little water to the the pan during the saute process if it seems too dry).
2
Add the wine and 1/2 cup of the stock and bring to a boil. Cook for a minute or two, skimming the surface, if necessary, and then turn off the heat.
3
Allow to cool a bit and then process in a blender or food processor into a paste (you could also use a hand blender for this). Return to your soup pot and add the rest of the stock and the seasonings.
4
Cook over low heat for 30-40 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasonings, if necessary. If you want the soup to be very smooth, you can blend it again before serving; garnish with fresh parsley and a dollop of creme fraiche, if desired.

783

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

112

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons butter, 3 tablespoons olive oil, cloves from 1 head of garlic (about 15), peeled, smashed with the side of a knife, and chopped, 1 large onion, peeled and chopped, and more.

Yes, Spanish Garlic Soup (Sopa De Ajo) 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.

Spanish Garlic Soup (Sopa De Ajo)

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