Creamy Catalan-style Garlic Soup (Sopa d'Ajo a la Catalana)
Sopa d'Ajo a la Catalana, also known as Creamy Catalan-style Garlic Soup, is a traditional dish from the Catalan cuisine. This hearty and flavorful soup is perfect for cold winter days and is sure to warm you up from the inside out.
Ingredients
- 6 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced
- 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 2 eggs
- 4 slices of day-old bread, cubed
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté until golden and fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Add the cubed bread and let it soak up the broth for a few minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and heavy cream. Slowly pour this mixture into the soup, stirring constantly to create a creamy texture.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Let it simmer for a few more minutes until the flavors are well combined.
- Remove the soup from the heat and ladle it into bowls. Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Large pot Whisk Ladle
Tools
Stove Bowl
Serving suggestions
Sopa d'Ajo a la Catalana is best served with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh parsley on top. It pairs perfectly with a crusty baguette or a side salad.
Tips & tricks
For a richer flavor, you can add some grated cheese on top of the soup before serving.
Cost
$10