Banana-Corn Soup
Description
The soup is simple and quick to prepare. True gourmets will appreciate the unusual combination of beef, corn, and sweet bananas. This soup is perfect for cold, rainy weather. Serve the soup hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Cut the onion and bell pepper into cubes. Cut the corn cob into 4 pieces. Cut the beef into cubes about 2.5 cm in size. Season the beef with Adobo seasoning, drizzle with olive oil, and brown in a large pot over medium heat.
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Step 2
2. Add all the remaining ingredients to the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover with a lid, and simmer for 1 hour. Remove the cilantro leaves and stem once the broth is ready.
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Step 3
3. Peel and slice the bananas. Grate the cheese. Soak the sliced bananas in salted water for 15 minutes.
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Step 4
4. Heat enough oil in a skillet to cover the bananas, drain the water from the bananas, and fry them in the skillet until golden brown.
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Step 5
5. Dry on a paper towel, place in a bowl, and mash into a puree using a mortar and pestle or a potato masher. Using a special scoop, shape into 6 banana balls.
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Step 6
6. Add the remaining banana puree and 1 cup of broth to a food processor, blend until smooth, then add the mixture to the soup.
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Step 7
7. Add banana balls to the soup, bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover with a lid, and simmer for 10 minutes.
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Step 8
8. Stir the soup with Parmesan cheese until it melts, then serve immediately.