Sopa criolla is Lima’s favorite working-lunch soup: beef simmered with aji amarillo and tomatoes into a savory broth, stretched with milk and thin noodles, and crowned with a poached egg and fresh cheese. It is fast, filling, and the definition of criollo comfort.
A bowlful of Lima’s lunch-counter warmth
The broth is rich and slightly creamy, with ribbons of tender beef, soft noodles, and a gentle aji warmth. The poached egg on top melts into the soup, and the crumbling queso fresco adds a salty, milky finish.


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