Sopa da pedra, also known as rock soup, is a traditional Portuguese soup with a history dating back centuries. It is prepared using simple ingredients found in a typical Portuguese pantry, including olive oil, garlic, onions, potatoes, tomatoes, and leafy greens. Its unique name refers to the ancient folk tale where a clever traveler convinces villagers to share their ingredients to create a delicious soup from just a stone. This article aims to guide readers in discovering the best recipe for sopa da pedra, exploring variations and techniques to achieve the perfect balance of flavors in this hearty and comforting dish.
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SOPA DE LIMA (MEXICAN LIME SOUP)
Hot or cold outside, this soup is light and refreshing. I first enjoyed this dish while sitting ocean-side in Mexico. Goes great with a margarita or beer and a side of chips and salsa. Use whatever chilies you want (hot or mild) depending on the amount of heat you enjoy. Serve in bowls with crushed tortilla chips or strips on top.
Provided by Amatre
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Tortilla Soup Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Bring the chicken broth, chicken breasts, red onion, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and thyme to a boil in a large pot; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the chicken breasts are no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 15 to 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove the cooked chicken to a cutting board and shred into bite-sized strips; return to the simmering pot.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook the green onions and green chile pepper in the hot oil until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir the tomatoes into the mixture and continue cooking until soft, about 5 minute more; pour the mixture into the pot with the chicken soup. Season with the salt; return the soup to a simmer. Add the lime juice and 1/2 a lime; cook another 10 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and remove the lime half; stir in the cilantro to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 44.8 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 1693.4 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
SOPA DA PEDRA ROCK SOUP
Make and share this Sopa Da Pedra Rock Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ceilmary
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in soup pot over medium to medium-high heat. Add chorizo or other meat, cook for 1 or 2 minutes, then add vegetables, bay leaf, salt and pepper. Cook for 7 to 8 minutes, or until softened, stirring frequently. Add chickpeas and paprika. Stir in tomatoes, hot sauce, and stock.
- Raise heat to high and bring soup to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
- Place 1/2 cup of the bread cubes into each serving bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Ladle the soup over the bread and garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro.
SOPA DA PEDRA - PORTUGUESE STONE SOUP
Sopa da Pedra, or Portuguese stone soup is a traditional recipe and considered one of the best soups in Portugal. Read the full recipe here!
Provided by Ollie
Categories Soup, Portuguese
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the beans in a bowl, cover them with water. Let them soak for at least two hours, but preferably overnight.
- Place a tall saucepan over medium to high heat. Once hot, add the olive oil, the cured sausages and bacon. Fry the meat on both sides until golden brown.
- Reduce the heat to medium low, add the onions, garlic and bay leaves to the cured meat fry. Gently cook it before adding the beans that should be rinsed and drained. Cover it with water.
- Bring it to a boil then reduce the heat to medium, let it simmer for around one hour and a half or until the beans cook through. The time that takes to cook the beans can vary according with how long you soak it for, and the quality of your beans.
- Remove the cured meat from the saucepan, cut it into thin slices.
- Peel and dice the potatoes before adding them to the beans. Add a little bit more water if necessary and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Combine the cured meat with the beans and potato soup base. Season it with salt, pepper and roughly chopped fresh cilantro. Serve it with a side of fresh crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 est.
SOPA DA PANELA (SOUP OF THE KETTLE)
Provided by Jean Anderson
Categories dinner, soups and stews, main course
Time 1h40m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large heavy kettle over moderate heat, bring the chicken, its giblets, the bacon, the whole sausages, the onions, parsley and water to a simmer, skimming off froth.
- Cover and simmer slowly 1 to 1 1/4 hours until the chicken is very tender.
- Arrange the bread cubes over the bottom of a 5- to 6-quart shallow heatproof casserole and scatter the mint sprigs evenly on top.
- When the chicken is done, lift it and all sausages from the kettle and cool until easy to handle. Discard the bacon, onions and parsley, then skim as much fat from the kettle liquid as possible. Add the pepper and 2 teaspoons of the salt, raise heat to high and boil uncovered while you cut up the meats.
- Slice the sausages 1/4 inch thick and lay in the casserole on top of the mint. Coarsely chop the giblets and scatter over all. Separate the chicken meat from the bones and skin, cut in bite-size pieces, and lay in the casserole.
- Taste the broth for salt and add more if needed. Pour the boiling broth into the casserole and let stand 5 minutes.
- Ladle into soup plates and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 486, UnsaturatedFat 20 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 30 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 1409 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SOPA DE PLATANO - PLANTAIN SOUP
This is one of the best soups if you like plantains.
Provided by Armando Sepulveda-Sheffield
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes
Time 41m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat; cook and stir onion until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Add sofrito, garlic, cumin, bay leaf, salt, and pepper; cook and stir until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add chicken stock and bring to a boil.
- Stir plantain into mixture and cook until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove bay leaf and blend mixture with an immersion blender until soup is smooth and thick.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.7 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 744.8 mg, Sugar 14.9 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables. The more vegetables you use, the more flavorful your soup will be. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, garlic, potatoes, and tomatoes.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices. A few well-chosen herbs and spices can really elevate the flavor of your soup. Some good choices include basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and black pepper.
- Let the soup simmer for a while. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop. The longer you simmer the soup, the better it will taste.
- Serve the soup with a hearty bread or roll. This will help to soak up the delicious broth.
Conclusion:
Sopa da pedra, or rock soup, is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover vegetables and it is also a very affordable meal. If you are looking for a new and exciting soup recipe to try, I highly recommend sopa da pedra. Sopa da pedra is a symbol of community and cooperation. It is a reminder that we can accomplish great things when we work together. The next time you are feeling down, try making a pot of sopa da pedra. It is sure to lift your spirits and make you feel better.
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