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Spicy Feijoada Soup with Coconut Milk and Cilantro
A creamy and flavorful soup that reimagines the classic Brazilian feijoada. Blended with coconut milk and a touch of chili for heat, this soup is a comforting and satisfying meal.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Total Time
30 minutes
Calories
550
Level
Easy
Yields
4 servings
Cost
£1.64
Ingredients
Servings
4
4cupsFeijoada(Prepared feijoada, homemade or store-bought. Remove any bones if present.)
£3.50
1canCoconut Milk(Full-fat coconut milk for best flavor and texture.)
£1.20
1cupChicken Broth (or Vegetable Broth)(Adjust amount for desired consistency.)
£0.60
0.3teaspoonChili Flakes(Adjust to taste for desired heat.)
£0.15
1tablespoonOlive Oil(For sauteing, optional.)
£0.20
0.5Onion(Small, diced (optional, if not already in the feijoada))
£0.25
2clovesGarlic(Minced (optional, if not already in the feijoada))
£0.10
0.3cupFresh Cilantro(Chopped, for garnish.)
£0.40
1tablespoonLime Juice(Freshly squeezed, to taste)
£0.15
to tasteSalt(Adjust to taste.)
to tasteBlack Pepper(Adjust to taste.)
Total Cost
£6.55
£1.64 per serving
The Method
- 1
If not present in feijoada, sauté diced onion and garlic in olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add feijoada, coconut milk, and chicken broth to the pot. Stir to combine.
- 3
Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- 4
Carefully transfer the mixture to a blender (or use an immersion blender) and blend until smooth and creamy. Be careful when blending hot liquids; vent the blender lid.
- 5
Return the soup to the pot. Add chili flakes, salt, and pepper to taste.
- 6
Heat through gently, stirring occasionally.
- 7
Stir in lime juice. Adjust seasonings as needed.
- 8
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro.
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My Notes
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Nutrition Information
Nutrition per serving (450g)
550 kcal / 2301 kJ
Carbs
30g
12% of RDA
Fat
35g
50% of RDA
Protein
25g
50% of RDA
Detailed Breakdown
Fibre
10 g
33% of RDA
Sugar
8 g
9% of RDA
Sodium
1200 mg
52% of RDA
Saturated Fat
25 g
125% of RDA
Chef's Tips
For a smoother soup, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve after blending.
Adjust the amount of chili flakes to control the spiciness.
If you don't have chicken broth, use water or vegetable broth.
For a richer flavor, use homemade feijoada.
Serve with crusty bread for dipping.
Cooking Equipment
Blender
Large Pot or Dutch Oven
Wine Pairings
No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.
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