Pira caldo

Pira caldo is a delicious traditional fish soup from Paraguay. It is prepared with freshwater catfish, as well as vegetables and Paraguay cheese, a special  type  of cow milk and curd soft white cheese..

Traditionally, pira caldo is made with a fish called surubi, a freshwater catfish-like species found in river basins throughout South America

As pira caldo is a widespread dish, there are a number of variations. One of them which constitutes a rich source of protein is prepared by running the cooked fish through a small mill. This method of preparation avoids the problem of small children choking on the bones.

The pira caldo as most popularly prepared begins with frying the vegetables in a little beef or pork fat. Then boiled water and the fish are added with salt and spices. When the fish is cooked and the soup is thick, some chopped chili pepper is added.