Best 5 Portuguese Sausage Soup Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes can rival the hearty and flavorful Portuguese sausage soup. This traditional Portuguese dish, also known as Sopa de Chouriço, is a symphony of rich flavors and textures that is sure to warm your soul on a cold day. With its generous portions of succulent Portuguese sausage, tender vegetables, and a tantalizing broth, this soup is a feast for the senses. The smokiness of the sausage pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the vegetables, creating a harmonious balance that will leave you craving more. And to elevate the experience, three variations of this classic soup are presented: a traditional version, a spicy version with piri piri, and a vegetarian version for those who prefer a plant-based delight. So, prepare your taste buds for a culinary journey to Portugal as we delve into the secrets of crafting this irresistible dish.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PORTUGUESE SAUSAGE SOUP



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This is an easy and fun soup to make that is full of flavor from Portuguese linguica sausage. It's delicious served with warm, crusty bread!

Provided by Pat-Perry

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
1 large sweet onion, chopped
½ cup diced carrots
½ cup diced celery
3 cloves garlic, chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more to taste
1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
2 bay leaves
5 cups chicken broth
½ pound linguica sausage, diced
½ pound chorizo sausage, diced
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can garbanzo beans, with liquid

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a soup pot over medium heat until it sizzles, about 1 minute. Add potatoes, onion, carrots, and celery. Cook and stir for 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir for another 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add kale and bay leaves to the pot. Cover and let kale wilt for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add chicken broth, linguica, chorizo, tomatoes, and garbanzo beans with their juices to the pot and bring to a boil, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until veggies are tender, about 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.5 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 53.7 mg, Fat 26.6 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 1713.2 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

PORTUGUESE SAUSAGE AND KALE SOUP IN THE SLOW COOKER



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This is a very hearty and savory Portuguese sausage and kale soup that have been in my family for generations, it can take a bit of work but the final product is definitely worth it!

Provided by Italianfoodlover:)

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Pork Soup Recipes

Time 12h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 pound fresh kale, torn into bite-size pieces
1 small green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 (4 ounce) links linguica sausage, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 each russet potatoes, peeled and cubed, or more to taste
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Turn a slow cooker to Low and add chicken broth.
  • Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Saute onion and garlic in the hot oil until light brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to the slow cooker. Add kale, bell pepper, linguica slices, and potatoes to the slow cooker. Pour in beans and tomatoes. Add garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir and cover.
  • Let cook on Low heat, stirring every 4 hours or so, until potatoes and kale are soft and sausage is cooked through, about 12 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 30.9 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1754.9 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

PORTUGUESE SAUSAGE AND CABBAGE SOUP



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This is a hearty, filling soup, and the use of spices in this recipe provides a wonderfully warm tone. For quickest preparation, purchase pre-packaged shredded cabbage and pre-packaged sliced carrots. Don't substitute a dark ale or stout for the light beer recommended, because it can make the soup too bitter. You won't add...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Vegetable Soup

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 oz portuguese linguica sausage, sliced 1/4-inch thick (or polish sausage)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
5 cups low-fat chicken broth
12-oz can wheat beer (hefeweisen or a similar light beer)
1 lb baby potatoes, halved
8-12 ounce pkg shredded cabbage
1 cup sliced carrots, about 1/4 inch thick
1 tsp coriander seeds
1/2 tsp whole allspice
1/2 tsp peppercorns
2 Tbsp chopped parsley
whole-grain mustard, for serving

Steps:

  • 1. In a 5- to 6-quart pan over medium-high heat, stir sausage often until lightly browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Spoon out and discard all but 1 tablespoon fat from pan.
  • 2. Add onion and garlic to pan; stir often until limp, 3 minutes.
  • 3. Increase heat to high. Add broth, beer, potatoes, cabbage, carrots, coriander, allspice, and peppercorns (wrap and tie spices in cheesecloth if desired). Cover and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender to bite, 10 to 15 minutes. Discard spices if wrapped.
  • 4. Stir in parsley, and then ladle soup into bowls. Serve immediately with mustard (to taste) alongside for a zesty taste boost.
  • 5. It's great when served with a hearty loaf of bread or dinner rolls.

FAVA BEAN SOUP WITH PORTUGUESE SAUSAGE



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Green Fava Beans are cooked in ham stock with fresh vegetables and Gouveia, Portuguese Sausage adds a wonderful flavor as the beans simmer in a Dutch Oven.

Provided by Potagekempcc

Categories     Stocks

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (Split)
2 bay leaves
2 lbs Portuguese chourico (8-ounce-Gouveia )
2 teaspoons fine sea salt (Split)
2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper (Split)
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic cloves
3 cups maui onions (Chopped)
2 cups celery (Chopped)
2 cups carrots (Chopped)
1 serrano pepper (Seeded, Chopped )
1 lb roma tomato (Seeded, Diced)
1/2 cup red table wine (*Bairrada Portuguese wine)
8 cups ham stock
4 cups yukon gold potatoes (Chopped)
1 lb dried fava beans (**Green, & shell removed)
2 tablespoons fresh sage (Chopped)
2 tablespoons fresh thyme (Chopped)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (Chopped)
2 tablespoons fresh savory (Chopped)
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (Chopped)
1/2 teaspoon celery salt

Steps:

  • Heat 2-tablespoons oil in a Dutch oven. Add bay leaves, Gouveia Portuguese sausages, 1-teaspoon sea salt, 1-teaspoon black pepper and cook 4-6 minutes or until done. Add chopped garlic and sauté for a minute.
  • Add remaining oil, 2-cups onions, celery, carrots, Serrano pepper, Roma tomatoes, salt and black pepper. Saute vegetables 2-3 minutes.
  • Add *Portuguese Table wine and reduce by one half.
  • Add ham stock, Yukon gold potatoes and green fava beans to soup. Add fresh chopped herbs and stir soup.
  • Bring soup to a full boil and reduce to a simmer for 45 minutes or until beans are soft. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve soup in warm bowls and place one sausage on top.
  • Garnish soup with Fresh Parsley Sprigs and Maui Onions.
  • * Chef's Note: Bairrada or any Portuguese Red Table Wine.
  • ** Fava Beans soaked over night in water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1212.6, Fat 68.7, SaturatedFat 23.4, Cholesterol 133.2, Sodium 2724.2, Carbohydrate 86.2, Fiber 25.6, Sugar 13.5, Protein 60.8

PORTUGUESE SHRIMP AND SAUSAGE SOUP



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Make and share this Portuguese Shrimp and Sausage Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pixies Kitchen

Categories     Easy

Time 6h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (14 1/2 ounce) can fire roasted diced tomatoes
4 red potatoes, quartered
8 ounces chorizo sausage, sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 cup quartered pepper, cubanelle
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced, 1/2 cup
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in crock pot except for shrimp. Gently stir until well combined and vegetables are covered in cooking liquid. Cover and cook on low 6 to 9 hours until veggies are tender.
  • Turn heat to high and add shrimp pushing them under the liquid. Cover and cook for an additional 15 minutes or until shrimp are cooked through. Garnish with cilantro.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and texture to your soup. Some good options include potatoes, carrots, celery, onions, and garlic.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of sausage. Portuguese sausage is a great choice, but you could also use Italian sausage, chorizo, or even kielbasa.
  • Add some greens to your soup. This will help to brighten the flavor and add some extra nutrients. Kale, spinach, and collard greens are all good options.
  • Serve with a crusty bread or crackers. This will help to soak up the delicious broth.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs. This will add a pop of color and flavor to your soup. Parsley, cilantro, and thyme are all good options.

Conclusion:

Portuguese sausage soup is a hearty, flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a delicious and satisfying soup, give Portuguese sausage soup a try.

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