Spanish Garlic Soup
Warm your soul with a bowl of Spanish Garlic Soup (Sopa de Ajo), a rustic and comforting recipe that showcases the bold flavors of garlic, smoked paprika, and hearty bread. This traditional Spanish dish is quick and easy to prepare, requiring just 30 minutes from start to finish. It's perfect for transforming humble pantry staples like stale bread and eggs into a deeply satisfying meal. The velvety broth gains richness from garlic-infused olive oil and a smoky kick from paprika, while poached eggs add a luscious creaminess to every bite. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this one-pot wonder is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ideal for a cozy dinner or a savory brunch, Spanish Garlic Soup is a must-try for fans of hearty and flavorful recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 large, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 4 slices stale bread
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 4 eggs
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons pepper
- 1 tablespoon, chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan or pot over medium heat.
Add the thinly sliced garlic and sauté until golden but not burned, about 2-3 minutes. Stir constantly to avoid scorching.
Tear the stale bread into small pieces and add it to the pot. Stir to coat the bread in the garlic-infused oil.
Sprinkle the smoked paprika over the bread and stir well to evenly distribute the flavor.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock and bring to a gentle simmer. Allow the soup to cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to break down the bread.
Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
Crack the eggs one at a time into a small bowl and gently slide them into the simmering soup. Cover the pot and poach the eggs for 3-4 minutes, or until the whites are set but the yolks are still soft.
Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each portion gets an egg. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.4 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 5505 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.1 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 45.8 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 416 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 914 mg | 19% | |
*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.
