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Receta de Sopa de Ajo - Garlic Soup with Sherry Recipe

La Tienda Kitchens

  • 50 minutes
  • 4 servings
Garlic Soup with Sherry Recipe
Sopa de ajo is a Spanish mainstay, a humble hearty soup that is enjoyed across the country. The smoky paprika and dash of dry sherry add a delicious extra dimension.
Rated 5 Stars

Ingredients

  • 6cups rich chicken broth, preferably homemade (if commercial, season with 1 tsp black pepper, 1 diced small onion, 1 bay leaf and 1/2 tsp fresh thyme)
  • 4tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 6cloves of garlic, peeled and crushed
  • 6cups cubed stale baguette or barra gallega
  • 1/4tsp sweet Pimentón de La Vera smoked paprika, or to taste
  • 3tbsp dry (fino) sherry
  • Salt to taste
  • 4eggs
  • 1/4cup minced parsley
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Preparation

STEP 1

Heat the chicken stock in a pot.

STEP 2

In a medium sized casserole or skillet large enough to hold the bread, heat the olive oil and sauté the garlic cloves on medium-low heat, stirring until they are golden. Remove the garlic cloves and sauté the bread in the seasoned oil, stirring well to make sure the bread is coated. Cook until the bread is golden brown and toasty. 

STEP 3

Lightly crush the garlic cloves some more with a fork, then add to the broth. (Note: if using commercial broth, strain out the onion, bay leaf and thyme before adding) Add bread, paprika, sherry and salt to taste. 

STEP 4

Bring all to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer without boiling for 20 minutes. Occasionally stir the soup briskly with a whisk to help break up the bread and thicken the soup. 

STEP 5

Crack each egg individually into a small bowl. Just before serving, bring the soup back to a strong simmer and carefully pour in each egg so it rests on top of the soup, taking care not to break the yolk. Cover the pot, lower the heat and poach the eggs gently until the whites are firm, but yolks are not hard, about two minutes. Serve in bowls with an egg in each and garnish with parsley. 

Serve with slices of Serrano ham, crusty bread and a Spanish red wine. 

Nutrition Facts

Calories 299; Total Fat 20.5 gr (26%); Saturated Fat 3.9 gr (20%); Cholesterol 164 mg (55%); Sodium 1284 mg (56%); Total Carbohydrates 11.1 gr (4%); Fiber 0.3 gr (1%); Sugars 1.5 gr; Protein 13.2 gr; Vitamin D 77%; Calcium 6%; Iron 14%; Potassium 9%.

* Percent Daily Values are based on 2000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.

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August 2018

Rated 5 Stars

Really easy to prepare, tasted just like it did in Spain.

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