Egg and Coriander Soup Changua
Warm, nourishing, and bursting with fresh flavors, Egg and Coriander Soup Changua is a comforting Colombian-inspired dish perfect for breakfast or a light meal. This traditional soup combines a creamy milk-and-water broth infused with the aromatic blend of green onions and fresh cilantro, creating a base that’s both delicate and flavorful. The real star of this dish is the poached eggs, gently simmered to perfection with lusciously runny yolks, served over cubes of toasted or stale bread that soak up the rich flavors. With just 20 minutes from start to finish, this easy-to-make recipe is a celebration of rustic simplicity and authentic flavors. Whether you're looking for a quick, hearty meal or a new twist on poached eggs, Changua is a must-try comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Water
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Green onion (chopped, green and white parts)
- 3 tablespoons Cilantro or coriander (chopped)
- 4 units Eggs
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 cup Stale or toasted bread (cubed)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the water and whole milk over medium heat. Stir gently to ensure the milk doesn't scald.
Add the butter, chopped green onion, and three-quarters of the chopped coriander (reserving some for garnish). Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Season the broth with salt and black pepper, stirring to combine. Allow the flavors to meld for about 5 minutes.
Lower the heat slightly and carefully crack the eggs, one at a time, directly into the simmering broth. Poach the eggs until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny, about 3-4 minutes. Be gentle to avoid breaking the yolks.
To serve, divide the bread cubes between two bowls. Ladle the soup and poached eggs over the bread, ensuring each bowl gets two eggs.
Garnish each bowl with the reserved chopped coriander and an extra pinch of black pepper, if desired. Serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
853 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.7 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.7 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 834 mg | 278% | |
| Sodium | 1968 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.5 g | ||
| Protein | 47.5 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.5 mcg | 47% | |
| Calcium | 797 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1120 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
