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Nutritional Values

🔥550kcal
💪32gProtein
🌾40gCarbs
🥑28gFat
🌿3gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Soyo

How to order / say it
Say it Soyo — [SOY-oh]
Order Can I get a bowl of Soyo?
Locally ¿Puedo tener un plato de soyo?
Say locally

A hearty beef and vegetable soup.

Why try it?

A well-loved soup in Asuncion, Soyo resonates as comfort food, showcasing a fusion of nutritious ingredients that sustain the Paraguayan spirit.

How it tastes

This soup is rich and savory, with tender bits of beef and a melody of vegetables, giving it a robust and satisfying depth of flavor.

Origin & History — first documented: 1890

Soyo's origins trace back to the late 19th century in Asuncion, when it was crafted to maximize nourishment during times of scarcity.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 300 g beef
  • 🧄 100 g onion
  • 🥕 100 g bell pepper
  • 🥕 150 g tomato
  • 🧄 10 g garlic
  • 🌾 100 g rice

Method

  1. 1 Brown beef and set aside.
  2. 2 Sauté onions, peppers, and garlic.
  3. 3 Add beef, tomatoes, water, and rice; simmer until cooked.

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