Spanish Garlic Soup

Ingredients

• 6 cloves of garlic, minced 6 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 4 cups (950ml) chicken or vegetable broth 4 cups (950ml) chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 cups (470ml) water 2 cups (470ml) water
• 4 slices of day-old crusty bread, cut into cubes 4 slices of day-old crusty bread, cut into cubes
• 2 large eggs 2 large eggs
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g, 2g
• Protein: 10g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and golden brown.
2. 2.
   Sprinkle the smoked paprika over the garlic and stir well to combine.
3. 3.
   Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and water. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
4. 4.
   Add the bread cubes to the pot and let them soak in the broth for a few minutes until softened.
5. 5.
   In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and season with salt and pepper.
6. 6.
   Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the soup while stirring continuously. This will create ribbons of cooked egg throughout the soup.
7. 7.
   Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the eggs are fully cooked and the soup has thickened slightly.
8. 8.
   Remove from heat and let the soup rest for a few minutes.
9. 9.
   Serve the Spanish Garlic Soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Bread — Using day-old crusty bread is essential for achieving the desired texture in the soup. Fresh bread may become too mushy.

Tips & Tricks

• For a smokier flavor, you can use hot smoked paprika instead of regular smoked paprika.
• If you prefer a thicker soup, you can add an extra slice of bread or let the bread soak in the broth for a longer time.
• Customize the soup by adding cooked chorizo or diced ham for a meatier version.
• Drizzle some extra virgin olive oil over the soup before serving for an added richness.
• Serve the soup with a side of Spanish olives and a glass of red wine for a complete Spanish experience.

Serving advice

Serve the Spanish Garlic Soup in individual bowls, garnished with fresh parsley. Accompany it with a slice of crusty bread for dipping.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, you can sprinkle a pinch of smoked paprika and a few chopped parsley leaves on top of the soup just before serving. This adds a pop of color and an extra layer of flavor.