The miner’s carraca soup, or carraca minera, is a traditional dish from the Andacollo commune in Chile. It was typically prepared by miners when they didn’t bring a meal or weren’t provided with food at the mine.
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How to make Miner’s Carraca Soup?
Miner’s carraca is made with goat jerky, sliced onions, potatoes, eggs, and parsley, designed to be consumed immediately after preparation.
Nutritional facts
Each serving of miner’s carraca contains approximately 350 calories, 30 g of carbohydrates, 18 g of fats, 15 g of proteins, 4 g of fiber, 3 g of sugars, 140 mg of cholesterol, and 400 mg of sodium.
Chilean Miner’s Carraca recipe
Preparation: 30 minutes
Cooking: 40 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Ingredients
- 250 g of goat dried meat
- 4 beaten eggs
- 4 tablespoons of oil
- 4 peeled potatoes
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 sliced onion
- 1 green bell pepper cut into strips
- 1 red bell pepper cut into strips
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 1 teaspoon of oregano
- Finely chopped parsley
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F). Place the goat jerky on a baking tray and roast it for 10 minutes or until slightly toasted. Remove from the oven, shred it into thin strips, and discard any tough parts. Set aside to cool.
- In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sliced bell peppers, and sauté for about 5 minutes, ensuring the vegetables don’t brown. Add the shredded jerky, oregano, and sliced carrot. Stir and cook for a few minutes to integrate the flavors.
- Add the potatoes and garlic, mixing everything well. Pour enough boiling water to cover all the ingredients, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat, cover the pot, and simmer for 30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Pour in the beaten eggs and stir until the eggs slightly thicken the broth. Serve the miner’s carraca hot in individual bowls, garnished with finely chopped parsley on top.
Health benefits and properties
Miner’s carraca is a protein-rich dish with essential nutrients from goat jerky, eggs, and vegetables, supporting muscle repair, immune health, and sustained energy. Its fiber content and low sugar levels promote digestion and blood sugar regulation, making it a wholesome, balanced meal.
Did you know?
The word carraca also refers to a tool used to tighten or loosen bolts or nuts. It has two settings—tightening and loosening—much like the adaptability miners showed when creating this hearty meal.
