Description

A hearty and comforting traditional Portuguese kale soup, also known as Caldo Verde, made with kale, potatoes, and chorizo for a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
6 ounces chorizo or linguiça sausage, sliced
4 cups chopped kale
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
Pour in the broth and add the diced potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Using a potato masher or immersion blender, slightly mash the potatoes in the broth to thicken the soup.
Add the sliced chorizo and cook for another 5 minutes to release the flavor.
Stir in the chopped kale and cook until tender, about 5-10 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and omit the sausage or use a plant-based alternative.
Collard greens or Swiss chard can be substituted for kale.
Adjust thickness by mashing more or fewer potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 290
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 740mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 35mg