Green Plantain Meatball Soup

Green plantain meatball soup is a traditional dish from Ecuador's coast, where green plantain meatballs filled with meat are cooked in a flavorful broth with potatoes, carrots, and vegetables. A comforting combination of flavors and textures. Ideal for enjoying on a cold day.

Green plantain meatball soup is a delicious, comforting dish with fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors.

The combination of meat, vegetables, and herbs creates a hearty and flavorful dish to enjoy any time of the year.

Perfect for sharing in a family meal or with close friends.

A delicious and nutritious option for any occasion.

Green Plantain Meatball Soup

Soups
1 hour
4 Servings

Ingredients

4 Green plantains

500 grams of Meat

2 Red onions

1 Carrot

2 Potatoes

2 Red bell peppers

1 cup of Peas

1 cup of Choclo (corn)

1 cup of Red beans

1 pinch of Salt

Spices

Preparation

Step 1 : In a pot, place chopped onion and red bell pepper, season, and sauté.

Step 2 : Add the meat and one and a half liters of hot water, bringing to a boil for about 15 minutes.

Step 3 : Then, add the potatoes, carrots, choclo, peas, and beans to the pot, cooking on low heat for an additional 15 minutes.

Step 4 : In another pot, cook the greens until tender and add salt.

Step 5 : In a skillet, place the other onion with paprika and garlic, adding half of the cooked meat in the broth.

Step 6 : Using the green dough, form balls to fill the preparation in the skillet.

Step 7 : Finally, place the balls into the broth and serve the dish hot.

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