Locro criollo argentino (traditional stew soup)

Preparation time: 45 min

• Set up

  Mace the squash, smoked bacon and chorizo.

  Chop the onion.

  Peel and chop the garlic cloves.

  Core and dice the tomato.

  Squeeze the lemon.

• In a large saucepan, cook the smoked bacon with the chorizo to render out some of the fat. Add the onion, squash, garlic and corn and cook for 2-3 minutes over medium heat, stirring regularly. 

  Add the garlic and spices, then cook for 1 minute before adding the broth and beans. Bring to a simmer and simmer for 10 minutes before serving.

• Topping

  Heat the olive oil with the smoked paprika quickly in a small saucepan to flavour the oil. Allow to cool before adding the lemon juice and diced tomato. Add a pinch of salt and stir.

• On the plate

  Pour the soup into your bowls, then add the garnish. Serve immediately!