Paraguayan Tomato Soup (sopa De Tomate)
Paraguayan Tomato Soup, also known as Sopa de Tomate, is a classic dish from Paraguayan cuisine that is both comforting and delicious. This simple and flavorful soup is perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day.
Ingredients
- 4 large tomatoes, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they start to break down.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and sugar, then season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer for 20-25 minutes, then use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and heat through.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 6g
Supplies
Large pot Immersion blender Ladle
Tools
Cutting board Knife Soup bowls
Serving suggestions
Sopa de Tomate is best served with crusty bread or croutons on the side.
Tips & tricks
For a richer flavor, you can roast the tomatoes in the oven before adding them to the soup.
Cost
$10