Sopa de Platanos

Name: Sopa de Platanos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 cup yellow onion, diced; 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 3 unripe green plantains, peeled, sliced; 4 cups chicken broth; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice; 1 tsp salt

A savory green plantain soup simmered with garlic, onion, and bell pepper, then blended into a velvety comfort dish.

40 minEasyServes 4210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup yellow onion, diced
1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 unripe green plantains, peeled, sliced
4 cups chicken broth
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp salt

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2

Add 1 cup diced yellow onion and 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper, cooking for 5 minutes until soft.
3

Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4

Add 3 peeled, sliced unripe green plantains, 4 cups chicken broth, and 1 tsp salt, bringing the mixture to a boil.
5

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until plantains are tender.
6

Purée soup in batches using a blender until completely smooth.
7

Stir in 2 tbsp fresh lime juice before serving warm.

Questions

How long does Sopa de Platanos keep?

Refrigerate it up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

Can I halve or double Sopa de Platanos?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. Doubled, blend in batches rather than overfilling the jar.

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