Locro De Papa (Ecuadorian Potato Soup)

Week #2: Cooking with Sonya Joy

Learn to make this quick, delicious, kid-friendly potato soup in about 20 minutes.

Locro De Papa (Ecuadorian Potato Soup)

serves 4

Ingredients

2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed

1 tablespoon adobo

1 teaspoon paprika

½ c queso fresco, mozzarella, or cheddar

¼ cup chopped cilantro, culantro, or pipicha

Directions

Barely cover potato cubes with water or stock, add seasonings and boil until soft, about 15 minutes. Mash soup by hand or blend cooked potatoes with the cooking liquid. Stir in cheese and seasonings. Reheat if necessary to melt the cheese. Sprinkle with fresh herbs. Top with hot sauce if desired.

Recipe Adapted by Chef Key