Spanish Garlic Soup with Smoked Paprika and Egg Ribbons Recipe
This Spanish Garlic Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines the richness of toasted garlic, smoky paprika, and hearty stale bread simmered in chicken or vegetable broth. Finished with delicate ribbons of whisked eggs, it’s a cozy, easy-to-make soup perfect for warming up any day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Spanish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (high-quality extra virgin for best taste)
- 8–10 cloves Garlic (very thinly sliced)
- 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika (substitute regular for milder flavor)
- 4 ounces Stale Bread (torn or thinly sliced)
- 6–7 cups Chicken Stock or Vegetable Broth (for richness or vegetarian option)
Finishing Touches
- 4 large Eggs (whisked)
- Sea Salt (to taste)
- Black Pepper (to taste)
- Olive Oil (for drizzling, optional)
- Fresh Parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Heat the Olive Oil and Sauté Garlic: In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the very thinly sliced garlic cloves and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant but not browned, to release their flavor gently.
- Add Paprika and Bread: Stir in 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika thoroughly into the garlic oil, then add 4 ounces of torn or thinly sliced stale bread. Sauté the mixture for another 3 minutes to toast the bread and infuse it with smoky garlic flavors.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in 6 to 7 cups of chicken stock or vegetable broth, breaking up the stale bread as you add. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the bread to soften and thicken the soup.
- Create the Egg Ribbons: Stir the simmering soup to create a whirlpool effect, then slowly pour in the 4 whisked eggs while continuously stirring. This will form delicate egg ribbons throughout the soup for added texture and protein.
- Season and Adjust: Season the soup with sea salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the consistency by adding more stock if desired, and add extra smoked paprika if you prefer a stronger smoky flavor.
- Serve Hot: Ladle the soup into warm bowls and serve hot. Optionally, drizzle some extra olive oil on top and garnish with fresh parsley for added color and flavor.
Notes
- Use stale bread as it absorbs the broth better and adds authentic texture.
- Substitute chicken stock with vegetable broth to make it vegetarian.
- Adjust the amount of smoked paprika according to your spice preference.
- Ensure garlic is cooked gently to avoid bitterness.
- This soup pairs wonderfully with a light green salad or crusty bread for dipping.
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