Asunción, Agencia IP.- On National Vori Vori Day, Paraguay celebrates one of its most representative dishes, internationally recognized as the best soup in the world by TasteAtlas. On this special day, the invitation is clear: bring tradition to the table and learn how to prepare it at home.
Basic ingredients for four people
To make this traditional recipe, you will need:
– 1 bone-in chicken breast
– 250 grams of cornmeal
– 150 grams of Paraguayan cheese
– 1 onion
– 1 tomato
– 1 bell pepper
– 2 cloves of garlic
– A piece of squash
– Salt and oil to taste
– Optional: cilantro (kuratũ) or oregano
Step-by-step instructions for homemade vori vori
1. Prepare the broth
In a pot, place the chicken breast with water and add the onion, tomato, bell pepper, garlic, and squash. Salt to taste and let it simmer to concentrate the flavors.
2. Make the dough
In a bowl, mix the cornmeal with the Paraguayan cheese. Add a pinch of salt and a drizzle of oil. Incorporate a little of the hot broth and knead until you obtain a compact dough.
3. Shaping the vori
Let the dough rest for about 15 minutes, then form small balls by hand.
4. Cooking the soup
Add the balls to the hot broth, stirring gently. Simmer until tender but not falling apart.
5. Final touch
Before removing from the heat, you can add cilantro or oregano to enhance the flavor. Let it rest for a few minutes and serve hot.
A tradition celebrated at home
On a day that pays homage to the country’s culinary identity, preparing vori vori at home becomes a way to celebrate our roots and share with family. Its simplicity, combined with international recognition, positions it as a national pride that today invites everyone to cook and enjoy this Paraguayan classic.