Pata soup is a traditional Salvadoran dish made with beef leg and vegetables. It is a comforting and nutritious broth that is prepared slowly to achieve a deep and authentic flavor.
⏱ 90 min👨🍳 Media🍽 4 personas
Ingredienti
Step-by-step preparation
1
🔪 Prepare the leg
Wash the beef leg well and cut into medium pieces. Blanch in boiling water for 5 minutes, then remove and rinse.
2
🍲 Cook the base
In a large pot, heat water or broth. Add the prepared leg, onion and garlic. Let simmer over medium heat for 45 minutes.
3
🥔 Add vegetables
Incorporate cut potatoes and yucas. Continue cooking for 30-40 minutes until everything is very tender.
4
🧂 Season
Taste and adjust with salt and pepper to taste. Add fresh chopped cilantro just before serving.
5
🍽️ Serve
Pour into deep bowls keeping the broth generous. Serve with corn tortillas or bread.
💡 Chef's tip: For better flavor, prepare the soup a day ahead and refrigerate. Reheat slowly before serving.