Caldo Verde Portuguese Kale Soup

Name: Caldo Verde Portuguese Kale Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 500 g potatoes; 200 g kale (or collard greens); 200 g chorizo sausage; 1 pc onion; 3 cloves garlic; 30 ml olive oil; 1.5 l chicken or vegetable broth; 5 g salt; 2 g freshly ground black pepper

Difficulty

easy

Time

55m

Price Category

average

Calories

Low

Caldo Verde is a classic Portuguese soup that captivates with its simplicity and rich flavors. This hearty and warming dish is a perfect choice for cold days or whenever you crave something truly comforting. The creaminess of the potatoes, the freshness of the kale, and the smoky taste of chorizo harmoniously blend together to create an unforgettable culinary experience. Prepare this traditional dish and bring the flavors of Portugal to your kitchen!

ingredients

6 Servings

500 g potatoes200 g kale (or collard greens)200 g chorizo sausage1 pc onion3 cloves garlic30 ml olive oil1.5 l chicken or vegetable broth5 g salt2 g freshly ground black pepper

Steps

Prepare Ingredients

Peel and dice the potatoes. Thinly slice the kale into ribbons. Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Slice the chorizo sausage into thin rounds.

Sauté Aromatics

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Cook Potatoes

Add the diced potatoes and chicken or vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender.

Blend Soup

Remove about half of the cooked potatoes and broth from the pot and blend until smooth. Return the blended mixture to the pot. Alternatively, use an immersion blender to blend about half of the soup directly in the pot, leaving some potato chunks for texture.

Add Kale and Chorizo

Stir in the sliced kale and chorizo. Simmer for another 5-7 minutes, or until the kale is tender but still vibrant green.

Season and Serve

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve hot, optionally with a drizzle of olive oil and a slice of crusty bread.

Extra Tips

► For an even richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth.

► Serve with crusty bread, perfect for dipping.

► A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil just before serving enhances the taste.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 350g
Calories	80 kcal	280 kcal
Protein	5g	17.5g
Fat	5g	17.5g
Carbohydrate	6g	21g
Fiber	1g	3.5g
Sugar	1g	3.5g