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Sweet and Sour Soup: Comfort in Every Spoonful

Sweet and Sour Soup: Comfort in Every Spoonful
Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Total time
50 min
Yield
4 servings
Difficulty
EASY
Calories
150 kcal

Quick summary

“The sweet and sour soup is a surprising combination of flavors that provides immediate comfort. It's worth making due to its simplicity and versatility.”

What you need to know

  • Use caldo de legumes para dar sabor e cremosidade à sopa
  • A maçã adiciona um toque agridoce que contrasta bem com os legumes
  • O molho de soja dá um sabor oriental à receita

Ingredients

Main

  • 1 liter of vegetable broth
  • 2 carrots in cubes
  • 1 apple chopped
  • 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
  • 1 chopped onion
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Principal

  1. In a large pot, heat a little olive oil and sauté the onion until golden.
  2. Add the carrots and sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the chopped apple and continue cooking for another 2 minutes.
  4. Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  5. When it comes to a boil, add the brown sugar and soy sauce.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Let it cook over low heat for approximately 20 minutes.
  8. Check if the vegetables are tender and adjust the seasonings if necessary.
  9. Turn off the heat and serve hot.

Chef's tips

  • Cozinhe os legumes por tempo suficiente para que fiquem macios, mas não muito até ficarem desidratados
  • Adicione o açúcar mascavo aos poucos para evitar que a sopa se torne muito doce
  • Tempere com sal e pimenta conforme a preferência pessoal

Variations

  • Acrescente cubos de abacaxi para um sabor tropical
  • Use cebola roxa em vez de cebola branca
  • Adicione um pouco de creme de leite para dar mais cremosidade

Substitutions

  • Substitua a maçã por uma pitanga para um sabor mais picante
  • Use caldo de carne em vez de caldo de legumes para um sabor diferente
  • Adicione um pouco de ketchup para dar mais acidez

How to store

The soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Do not freeze, as it may alter the texture of the vegetables.

Can it be frozen?

Do not freeze, as it may alter the texture of the vegetables. If you wish to freeze, it is better to make individual portions and freeze in an individual freezer, thawing in the refrigerator when necessary.

What to serve with

  • Sirva com torradas ou pão francês para absorver o caldo saboroso
  • Complemente com uma salada verde leve para equilibrar o sabor

Frequently asked questions

How much brown sugar should I add?

Add about 2 tablespoons, but adjust according to preference.

What to do if the soup gets too salty?

Add a little brown sugar to balance the flavor.

Can I use store-bought broth instead of vegetable broth?

Yes, it can be used, but it may alter the flavor of the recipe.

Can the soup be frozen?

It is not recommended to freeze, as it may alter the texture of the vegetables.

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