Caldo Verde Recipe

Caldo Verde Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Ingredients

   Wash and chop the kale into thin strips. Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Slice the chorizo sausage.

2. 2

   Sauté the Base

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.

3. 3

   Cook the Potatoes

   Add the diced potatoes to the pot and stir for a few minutes. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.

4. 4

   Blend the Soup

   Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. You can also transfer it to a blender in batches if you prefer a creamier texture.

5. 5

   Add Kale and Chorizo

   Stir in the chopped kale and sliced chorizo. Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until the kale is tender.

6. 6

   Season and Serve

   Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with extra olive oil if desired.