Caldo Verde with Sausage
Caldo Verde is one of the best-known soups in Portuguese cuisine, originating from traditional recipes in rural regions. Combining green cabbage and smoked sausage, the soup is simple yet rich in flavor. In Portugal, it is often served as a festive dish, but also as an everyday dinner. The ingredients used to prepare it evoke the heart of the Portuguese countryside, where local farmers have guarded the secret of the dish for generations. This soup perfectly reflects the simplicity and homeliness of Portuguese cuisine.
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Peel and dice the potatoes. Finely chop the onion and crush the garlic. Slice the sausage into thin rounds.
2
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
3
Add the diced potatoes and pour in the water or broth. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook over medium heat until the potatoes are completely tender.
4
While the potatoes are cooking, wash the black cabbage leaves and slice them into thin strips.
5
Once the potatoes are tender, use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth and creamy. If needed, add more water or broth to reach the desired consistency.
6
Add the sausage slices and the sliced black cabbage to the soup. Cook for another 5-10 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the flavors have melded.
7
Serve hot, with fresh bread or toasted baguette slices. Drizzle with a little olive oil before serving.
