SOPA CALDOSA

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This popular soup from the Oaxaca region of Mexico features chorizo, a coarsely ground pork sausage flavored with chili powder, garlic, and other seasonings. Included is a recipe for simple, homemade Mexican Chorizo that's easy to put together (better yet, it can be prepared the day before). You can substitute a soft commercial chorizo that is found in most supermarkets, but it will be higher in fat. Recipe is from Cooking Light; overnight marination is not included in preparation time.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     Pork

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 lb boneless pork loin
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, crushed
2 bacon, slices cut into 1/2-inch pieces
8 cups thinly sliced green cabbage (about 1 pound)
1 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
5 cups chicken stock
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can chickpeas, drained (garbanzo beans)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can whole tomatoes, undrained and chopped
mexican chorizo sausage
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • For the Chorizo:.
  • Trim fat from pork. Combine pork and remaining ingredients in a food processor, and pulse until well-blended. Place mixture in a zip-top bag; seal and marinate in refrigerator 8 hours or overnight.
  • Place a medium skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add pork mixture; cook 5 minutes or until done, stirring to crumble.
  • For the soup:.
  • Cook bacon pieces in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until crisp. Add cabbage, onion, and garlic; sauté 10 minutes. Add Chicken Stock, chickpeas, and tomatoes. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Ladle soup into each of 6 bowls; top with Mexican Chorizo and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.5, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 29.8, Sodium 656.7, Carbohydrate 36.4, Fiber 7.4, Sugar 10.1, Protein 18.8

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