Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of cornmeal
- 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup of chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup of chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Large mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon
- Large pot
- Ladle
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, and salt.
2. Add the water and egg to the bowl and mix until a dough forms.
3. Add the chopped spinach and onion to the dough and mix until well combined.
4. Using your hands, form small balls of dough (about the size of a ping pong ball).
5. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
6. Add the vori vori balls to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they start to float to the surface.
7. Add the chicken or vegetable broth to the pot and bring to a boil.
8. Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the vori vori balls are cooked through.
9. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
5. Temperature:
Medium heat for cooking the vori vori balls and boiling the broth. Low heat for simmering the soup.
Serving size:
This recipe serves 4 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 240
Total fat: 6g
Saturated fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 50mg
Sodium: 800mg
Total carbohydrates: 37g
Dietary fiber: 3g
Sugar: 2g
Protein: 10g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use kale or collard greens instead of spinach.
- You can use chicken or beef broth instead of vegetable broth.
Variations:
- You can add diced carrots and celery to the soup for extra flavor and nutrition.
- You can add diced chicken or tofu to the soup for extra protein.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to mix the dough well to ensure the vori vori balls hold together.
- You can make the vori vori balls ahead of time and store them in the fridge until ready to use.
- If the soup is too thick, you can add more broth or water to thin it out.
Storage instructions:
Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the soup on the stove over low heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the soup in individual bowls and garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro.
Garnishes:
Chopped parsley or cilantro.
Pairings:
This soup pairs well with a crusty bread or a side salad.
Suggested side dishes:
A crusty bread or a side salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the vori vori balls are falling apart, add more flour to the dough.
- If the soup is too thin, cook it for a few more minutes to let it thicken.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the vori vori balls and soup to the proper temperature to ensure they are safe to eat.
Food history:
Vori vori is a traditional Paraguayan soup made with cornmeal dumplings.
Flavor profiles:
This soup is savory and comforting, with a hint of sweetness from the cornmeal.
Serving suggestions:
Serve this soup as a main course for lunch or dinner.
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Region: Albanian