Nitrate & Nitrite Free Caldo Verde

Total time55 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time40 min

4.7

(13)

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Ingredients

6 servings

3 tbsp olive oil, divided
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ lb yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
½ tsp black pepper, plus more to taste
8 oz chouriço or linguiça, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
8 oz curly kale or collard greens, stems removed, leaves stacked and sliced into very thin ribbons (chiffonade)

For serving

1 tbsp olive oil, for finishing
crusty bread or cornbread, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Heat 2 tbsp of the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 6–7 minutes.
2
Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute.

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