Sopa a la Minuta (Peruvian Beef Noodle Soup)
Quick, creamy beef and vermicelli soup with tomato, ají and a stirred-in egg. Peruvians make it in 30 minutes for a cheap and hearty supper.
- Time35 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.11 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Season the beef with the salt. Heat the oil in a large pan over a high heat and brown the strips for 2 minutes. Lift out and set aside.
2 min - 2
Turn the heat down to medium. Fry the onion for 5 minutes, then add the garlic, aji amarillo, grated tomato and oregano and cook for 5 minutes until thick and jammy.
10 min - 3
Pour in the water, add the potatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.
10 min - 4
Add the vermicelli and simmer for 4 minutes until just tender.
4 min - 5
Pour in the evaporated milk, return the beef and heat through. Beat the egg in a cup and stir it in slowly so it forms ribbons.
- 6
Serve in deep bowls with the cheese and parsley scattered on top.
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