Portuguese Beans and Turnip Soup Recipe: Savory & Authentic
This authentic Portuguese beans and turnip soup recipe is the definitive answer for those seeking a hearty, traditional meal. By combining creamy butter beans with the peppery bite of fresh turnip heads, this sopa de feijão com nabiças creates a complex flavor profile. The addition of smoky chouriço and bacon ensures every spoonful of this authentic portuguese vegetable soup is soul-warming.
Ingredients
Directions
- Over medium heat, add olive oil to a pan, add the slices of chouriço and the smoked bacon cut into cubes and let it fry briefly before adding the onion.
- When the onion begins to brown add the peeled tomato seeded and cut into small pieces, bay leaves, the chopped parsley and paprika.
- Cook until the tomatoes dissolve into a rich, fragrant sauce.
- Add the butter beans and water to the pan.
- Add the sliced turnip heads and salt, then simmer over low heat until the turnips are perfectly tender.
- Serve right away while steaming and flavorful.
Adapted from a Recipe by: viajardemochilaascostas
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