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Caldo Gallego

May 7, 2024

Traditional Galician soup made with white beans, greens, and meat

Caldo Gallego
Caldo Gallego
Traditional Galician soup made with white beans, greens, and meat
Servings 8 people
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb dry white beans
  • 1 lb smoked ham hock
  • 1 lb chorizo
  • 1 lb potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 onion large, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 bunches collard greens stems removed and leaves thinly sliced
  • salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the white beans and soak them in water overnight.
  • In a large pot, combine the soaked beans, ham hock, chorizo, onion, and garlic.
  • Cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until the beans are tender.
  • Remove the ham hock and chorizo from the pot and set aside. Remove any excess fat from the ham hock and dice the meat.
  • Return the diced ham hock to the pot and add the potatoes. Simmer for another 30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
  • Meanwhile, slice the chorizo into bite-sized pieces.
  • Add the collard greens and sliced chorizo to the pot. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes until the greens are wilted and tender.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 12gFiber: 12g
Calories: 450kcal
Meal Type: Soup
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: broth, Caldo Gallego, soup
Cooking Method: Boiled
Time: >45 Min
Level: Easy
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