Pota Brata (Irish Flag Soup)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1

Irish Flag Soup recipe for a hearty and wholesome meal

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

203

Sugar

Fat

Pota Brata, also known as Irish Flag Soup or Three-Colored Soup, is a traditional soup from Ireland that was popular during the Great Famine. The soup was made of the three main crops grown in Ireland; potatoes (white), onions (green), and carrots (orange) that represented the Irish flag colors. The soup became a staple food item for the Irish people and still a common dish in Irish cuisine today. This hearty and wholesome soup is easy to make and perfect for a warm and satisfying meal during cold weather.

Instructions

1.	Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2.	Add onions, carrots, celery and garlic, and sauté for 8 to 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
3.	Add vegetable broth, sage, salt, and pepper to taste, and simmer for about 20 minutes until vegetables are soft.
4.	Blend the soup until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
5.	Serve hot with crusty bread.

PROS

This soup is a perfect comfort food for cold weather.

It is easy to prepare, inexpensive, and makes a large batch.

It is also vegan and gluten-free.

CONS

The soup might not be visually appealing for some due to its green, white, and orange color representing the Irish flag.

Some might find the soup a bit bland because it is not heavily spiced or flavored.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is a healthy and balanced meal that provides a good amount of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, especially from the vegetables.
It is low in calories and fat, making it a great option for weight management.
The immune-boosting garlic and antioxidant-rich sage add extra health benefits.

	1 tablespoon olive oil
	3 large white onions , diced
	3 large carrots , diced
	3 large stalks celery , diced
	6 cloves garlic , chopped
	1 1/2 quarts vegetable broth
	3 tablespoons dried sage
	salt and ground black pepper to taste