Cordoban-Style Tomato and Bread Soup

Cordoban-Style Tomato and Bread Soup

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Preparation 15 minutes
chilling time 2 hours
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Equipment

  • Food processor

Ingredients

  • 2 thick slices long-loaf bread
  • 12 medium ripe tomatoes coarsely chopped
  • 1 medium green bell pepper coarsely chopped
  • ½ medium red bell pepper coarsely chopped
  • ½ cup water
  • Kosher or sea salt
  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
  • 1 hard-boiled egg finely chopped
  • Very thin 2-inch strips Serrano ham or prosciutto optional

Instructions

  • In a food processor, combine the bread slices, chopped tomatoes, green and red bell peppers, and water.
  • Process until smooth.
  • Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a large bowl, pressing to extract the liquid.
  • Discard the solids.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and vinegar, then stir it into the soup.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate the soup for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to chill and allow the flavors to meld.
  • Before serving, taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more vinegar or salt if needed.
  • Pour the chilled soup into individual bowls and garnish each serving with finely chopped hard-boiled egg and thin strips of Serrano ham or prosciutto, if desired.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:
Pair this flavorful soup with a chilled Spanish fino or manzanilla sherry for an authentic Andalusian experience.

Nutrition values

Calories: 240 kcal | Carbohydrates: 19 g | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 17 g | Sugar: 8 g
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Course; Appetizer / Soup
Cuisine; European / Spain