Cheesy Corn Dumplings In Chicken Soup (the Asunción Delight: Bori Bori)
This Cheesy Corn Dumplings in Chicken Soup recipe is a traditional dish from Asunción, Paraguay, known as Bori Bori. It's a comforting and flavorful soup that combines tender chicken, cheesy corn dumplings, and a savory broth.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix the cornmeal, cheese, eggs, parsley, salt, and pepper to form a dough.
- Form small dumplings from the dough and drop them into the simmering soup.
- Cover and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes until the dumplings are cooked through.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large pot Bowl Cooking spoon Cutting board Knife
Tools
Cheese grater Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Cheesy Corn Dumplings in Chicken Soup with a side of crusty bread or a simple green salad.
Tips & tricks
For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth and top the soup with a sprinkle of extra cheese before serving.
Cost
$15