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Sopa de Ajo (Spanish Garlic Soup)

Sopa de Ajo: Cozy Spanish Garlic Soup with Silky Ribbons

Sopa de Ajo is a comforting Spanish Garlic Soup with silky egg ribbons, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can be swapped with vegetable oil
  • 8-10 cloves garlic fresh garlic is best
  • 2 cups stale bread avoid fresh bread
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika use regular paprika if smoked is unavailable
  • 6 cups chicken stock or vegetable broth opt for low-sodium varieties
For the Silky Ribbons
  • 3 large eggs stir gently when adding
For Seasoning
  • fine sea salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • stockpot

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a large stockpot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 8 to 10 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Stir in 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, allowing the spices to bloom for a minute.
  3. Add 2 cups of chopped stale bread, cooking for an additional 3 minutes while stirring frequently.
  4. Slowly pour in 6 cups of chicken stock, breaking up the bread. Bring to a strong simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low, beat 3 eggs in a bowl, and create a whirlpool in the soup, drizzling in the eggs slowly while stirring gently.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with fine sea salt and pepper. Add more stock if you prefer a thinner soup.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve immediately, optionally garnished with olive oil and smoked paprika.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best texture, store the soup and bread separately if making ahead. Add bread right before reheating.

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