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Sopa de Ajo (Spanish Garlic Soup)

Savory Sopa de Ajo: Comforting Spanish Garlic Soup Awaits

Sopa de Ajo, or Spanish Garlic Soup, is a comforting dish perfect for chilly nights, combining garlic, smoky paprika, and delicate egg ribbons.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing the garlic
  • 8-10 cloves Garlic very thinly sliced
  • 2 cups Stale Bread or fresh bread, toasted
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika essential for authenticity
  • 6-7 cups Chicken Stock or Vegetable Broth for desired thickness
For the Finishing Touch
  • 2 large Eggs whisked
  • Sea Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large stockpot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Sopa de Ajo
  1. In a large stockpot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add thinly sliced garlic and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant and golden. Stir in smoked paprika and then add stale bread, cooking for an additional 3 minutes while stirring frequently.
  2. Pour in the chicken stock or vegetable broth, stirring well. Bring to a gentle boil, breaking the bread into smaller pieces. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
  3. Whisk the eggs in a bowl until frothy. Stir the soup gently in a circular motion to create a whirlpool effect, then slowly pour in the eggs, stirring gently for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning. For a thinner consistency, add more stock. Season with sea salt, black pepper, and an extra pinch of smoked paprika.
  5. Ladle the soup into warm bowls and drizzle with extra olive oil. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftover Sopa de Ajo in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze without bread in portions for up to 3 months.

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