Caldo verde
Cookware & equipmentInstructions describe the base batch. Ingredient quantities adjust to your selected servings; cooking times and pan sizes may need adjustment.
- Step 1
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Simmer potatoes, onion, garlic, water and salt until potatoes are soft, about 25 minutes.
- Step 2
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Blend smooth using a heat-safe method and manufacturer's hot-liquid instructions.
- Step 3
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Add shredded greens, oil and chouriço; simmer 15–20 minutes until greens are tender and sausage is cooked as labeled.
- Step 4
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Serve hot; slice greens very finely for the characteristic texture.
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Recipe notes & food safety
Editorial draft — cooking, timing and origin review pending. Kitchen testing: not tested. Origin review is pending; no historical attribution is claimed.
Cooking times are estimates; kitchen testing is pending. Review labels, allergies and household needs. Keep raw ingredients separate and follow the recipe's temperature guidance. Serving illustrations are AI-generated.