Sopa de porotos

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

Sopa de porotos is a traditional Paraguayan bean and vegetable soup, typically made with soaked beans, pumpkin, and aromatic vegetables, simmered until tender and enriched with crumbled Paraguayan cheese. Technically, it’s a legume-based soup, hearty and nutritious, with a slightly creamy texture from the softened pumpkin and melted cheese. This rustic dish begins with beans that are soaked and simmered alongside sautéed onion, bell pepper, and tomato, forming a flavorful base. Pumpkin adds natural sweetness and body to the broth, while oregano, salt, and fresh herbs like parsley and green onion infuse it with warmth and fragrance. The finishing touch—crumbled Paraguayan cheese—melts into the hot soup, creating a comforting, savory depth.