Paraguayan Cornbread Soup (sopa Paraguaya)
Paraguayan Cornbread Soup, also known as Sopa Paraguaya, is a traditional dish from Paraguay that combines the flavors of cornbread and soup in a unique and delicious way.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cornmeal
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 4 eggs
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the cornmeal, milk, and vegetable oil until well combined.
- Add the chopped onion, shredded cheese, and eggs to the mixture and stir until everything is evenly distributed.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- While the cornbread is baking, heat the chicken or vegetable broth in a large pot over medium heat.
- Once the cornbread is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Cut the cornbread into squares and add them to the pot of hot broth.
- Let the soup simmer for 10 minutes, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the Paraguayan Cornbread Soup hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Baking dish Pot Stove
Tools
Mixing bowl Wooden spoon Knife
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Paraguayan Cornbread Soup with a side of fresh salad or steamed vegetables.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For a richer flavor, use a combination of different types of cheese in the soup.
Cost
$10