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Caldo verde
Simmer potato, onion and garlic in water until soft. Blend silky. Salt.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Caldo verde take?
50 min all in — 15 min prep, 35 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 bowls. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night — about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan, Blender.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
What can I use instead?
Chouriço → Chorizo or skip. Smokier or quieter.
Any tips from this recipe?
The greens should not be army-drab. Five minutes, not fifty. Vegetarian: skip the sausage, keep the oil.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.