Sopa de Sémola

Name: Sopa de Sémola
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Peruvian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 small red onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 lb boneless chicken breast, cubed; 6 cups chicken broth; 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced; 1 large carrot, diced; 1/2 cup semolina flour; 1 tsp dried oregano, crushed; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 tsp salt

A soothing Peruvian soup made with savory chicken broth, root vegetables, tender chicken, and semolina flour.

40 minEasyServes 4280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 small red onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb boneless chicken breast, cubed
6 cups chicken broth
2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
1 large carrot, diced
1/2 cup semolina flour
1 tsp dried oregano, crushed
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tsp salt

Instructions

1

Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add 1 small diced red onion and 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 3 minutes until translucent.
2

Add 1 lb cubed boneless chicken breast to the pot and cook for 6 minutes until browned, ensuring it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
3

Pour in 6 cups chicken broth, then stir in 2 medium diced Yukon Gold potatoes, 1 large diced carrot, and 1 tsp salt before bringing to a simmer for 10 minutes.
4

Slowly whisk in 1/2 cup semolina flour to prevent clumping and cook for 8 minutes until thickened.
5

Remove from heat, stir in 1 tsp crushed dried oregano, and serve topped with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro.

Questions

Can I make Sopa de Sémola gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 1/2 cup semolina flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Sopa de Sémola 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 Sémola?

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. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

Serve it with

Papa Dorada side
Ensalada Rusa Peruvian Potato Beet Salad salad
Lemon Herb Couscous side

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