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Paraguayan Bori Bori

Warm up with Bori Bori, a hearty Paraguayan soup featuring tender chicken, vegetables, and cheesy cornmeal dumplings, ready in about 1 hour and 15 minutes for a comforting taste of Paraguay.

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Cooking Temp: 90  C
Servings: 5
Estimated Cost: $  15
Calories: 480
Best Season: Fall, Winter
Description

Bori Bori is a beloved traditional soup from Paraguay, known for its flavorful broth made with chicken, vegetables, and rich spices, all elevated by the addition of soft, cheesy cornmeal dumplings. These dumplings—formed with cornmeal, Paraguayan cheese (or a melty alternative), and egg—soak up the rich broth and create a satisfying, nourishing meal. Perfect for cooler weather or whenever you need comfort in a bowl, Bori Bori is a celebration of simple ingredients turned into something special through time and tradition.

Ingredients
  • 1 pound bone-in chicken thighs – (450 g)
  • 8 cups chicken broth – (1.9 liters)
  • 1 medium onion – (120 g)
  • 1 carrot – (100 g)
  • 1 stalk celery – (75 g)
  • 2 cloves garlic – (6 g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin – (1 g)
  • 1 teaspoon salt – (5 g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper – (1 g)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley – (15 g)
  • For the dumplings:
  • 1 cup fine cornmeal – (120 g)
  • 1 cup shredded Paraguayan cheese – (100 g)
  • 1 egg – (no conversion)
  • 2 tablespoons milk – (30 ml)
Instructions
  1. 1
    In a large soup pot, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, celery, and carrots. Cook for 5–6 minutes until softened and aromatic.
  2. 2
    Add the chicken pieces to the pot, followed by the chicken broth, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Bring everything to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer gently for 30–35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  3. 3
    While the soup simmers, prepare the dumplings. In a bowl, mix the cornmeal, shredded cheese, egg, and milk until a thick dough forms. If it's too dry, add a splash more milk. Roll the dough into small balls about the size of a walnut.
  4. 4
    Once the chicken is tender, remove it from the pot, shred it, and return it to the broth. Gently drop the dumplings into the simmering soup. Cook for 10–15 minutes, or until the dumplings are puffed and fully cooked through.
  5. 5
    Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your cozy, traditional Bori Bori straight from Paraguay!
Keywords: Bori Bori, Paraguayan soup, cornmeal dumplings, traditional Paraguayan food, cheesy dumpling soup
Read it online: https://www.leonisteam.com/recipe/paraguayan-bori-bori/