Caldo Verde

Caldo Verde, the famous Portuguese soup, comes from the north of Portugal. This is one of Portugal's most popular soups and dishes.

While Caldo Verde soup is very popular in the winter, you may eat it any time of year, regardless of the weather. The soup is green in hue, and it's cooked with a dark green cabbage that's hard to come by outside of Portugal. Collard greens or kale are good substitutes. This tasty and substantial soup is finished off with wonderful flavors from a blend of potato puree, chouriço sausage slices, and local Portuguese olive oil.

Caldo Verde has been enjoyed by the Portuguese on various occasions. The soup is simple, flavorful, and has a variety of textures. Basically, yes. It’s looked upon by most as the unofficial national dish of the country. It’s served through the entire country–from high-end restaurants to simple home kitchens.