Changua (Colombian Milk and Egg Soup)

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Changua (Colombian Milk and Egg Soup)

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Changua, a staple Colombian breakfast soup, is a bowlful of creamy, hearty goodness that soothes the soul and kickstarts your day. Revered as a traditional Andean recipe, it is passed down through generations as a testament to the region's culinary legacy. It's a symphony of simple ingredients - milk, eggs, scallions, and cilantro that come together to create a rich and comforting broth. Relish this nutritious soup with a slice of crusty bread that soaks up the velvety soup, adding a delightful crunch to your morning feast.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Bread
4 slices, toasted
Salt
to taste
Pepper
to taste
Eggs
4
Cilantro
1/4 cup, finely chopped
Scallions
2, chopped
Water
2 cups
Milk
2 cups

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, add the milk, water, chopped scallions, and chopped cilantro. Simmer the mixture over medium heat until it begins to gently bubble.
  2. Take each egg and crack it into a small bowl. Carefully slide the egg from the bowl into the simmering milk mixture, ensuring that the yolks remain intact. Repeat this process for all the eggs.
  3. Cover the pot and allow the eggs to poach in the simmering liquid for about 4 minutes, until the whites are cooked but the yolks are still runny. If you prefer firmer yolks, extend the cooking time slightly.
  4. Season the soup with salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
  5. To serve, place a slice of toasted bread in the bottom of each bowl. Ladle the hot soup over the bread, ensuring each bowl gets an egg.
  6. Serve your Changua hot, letting the bread soak up the flavorsome soup to add a satisfying crunch to your comforting and nutritious breakfast.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Soup • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 250 • Fat: 9g • Carbs: 25g • Protein: 14g • Sodium: 400mg • Sugar: 10g

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