Popular And Authentic Portuguese Dish || "Caldo Verde," A Traditional Soup || #shorts

Certainly! One popular and authentic Portuguese dish is "Caldo Verde," a traditional soup that features sausage and beans. Here's a recipe for Portuguese Sausage and Beans Soup:


Ingredients:


1 cup dried white beans (navy beans or cannellini beans), soaked overnight and drained
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium carrot, diced
2 potatoes, peeled and diced
1 chouriço or linguiça sausage, sliced (you can also use chorizo if Portuguese sausages are not available)
1 bay leaf
6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste
1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves finely chopped
Red wine vinegar (optional, for serving)
Instructions:


Prepare the Beans:


Soak the dried beans in water overnight. Drain them before using.
Sauté Aromatics:


In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Add Vegetables:


Add diced carrots and potatoes to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add Sausage:


Add sliced chouriço or linguiça sausage to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Combine with Beans:


Add the soaked and drained beans to the pot.
Pour in Broth:


Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Add a bay leaf for flavor.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the beans are tender (about 1-2 hours).
Add Kale:


Once the beans are tender, add the finely chopped kale to the pot.
Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until the kale is wilted and tender.
Adjust Seasoning:


Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if necessary.
Serve:


Ladle the soup into bowls.
Optionally, drizzle with a bit of red wine vinegar for a tangy kick.
Enjoy:


Serve the Portuguese Sausage and Beans Soup hot, and enjoy with crusty bread on the side.
This Caldo Verde recipe captures the essence of Portuguese cuisine, with the combination of hearty beans, flavorful sausage, and nutritious kale.
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