Traditional green broth recipe

The green broth, typical of Portuguese cuisine, is a rich and comforting soup, perfect for colder days.See how to prepare this delight that combines the flavor of the cabbage with the potato texture and the special touch of the chorizo.

#### Ingredients:
- 500g of peeled potatoes and diced
- 1 large chopped onion
- 2 chopped garlic cloves
- 250g chorizo, sausage or paio cut in slices
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 6 cups of water (or vegetable broth for more flavor)
- 200g of very thin sliced ​​kale
-Salt and black pepper to taste

#### Preparation Mode:
1. ** Preparation of broth: **
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil and add the onion and garlic, sautéing until transparent and aromatic.
- Add the potatoes and sauté for a few more minutes.
- Add water or vegetable broth and cook over medium heat until the potatoes are completely cooked.

2. ** Adding the chorizo: **
- While the potatoes cook, in another pan, fry the slices of chorizo ​​until they start releasing some fat.Reserve.

3. ** Finishing the broth: **
- With the boiled potatoes, use a blender or a hand mixer to purify the broth in the pan itself.
- Return the broth purified to the fire, adjust salt and pepper and mix well.
- Add the fried chorizo ​​and boil for another 5 minutes for the flavors to integrate.

4. ** incorporating the kale: **
- Lastly, add the sliced ​​kale to the broth and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes, only until it is tender but still keeping its color vibrant.

5. ** serving: **
- Check the spices and adjust as needed.
- Serve the very hot green broth, watered with an extra virgin olive oil on top.

#### Tips:
- For a vegetarian version, omits the chorizo ​​and add liquid smoke to a smoked touch.
- This dish is even more tasty when served with rustic bread or corn bread.

This green broth is the perfect combination of flavors and textures, a soup that warms the heart and comforts the stomach.Enjoy this traditional Portuguese recipe on your table!