Sopas
Sopas is a comforting Filipino chicken macaroni soup, often made with elbow macaroni, shredded chicken, and a creamy milk-based broth. It typically includes vegetables like cabbage, carrots, and celery, and is a popular dish for rainy days or when someone is feeling under the weather. The name 'sopas' comes from the Spanish word for soup, reflecting its colonial-era influences.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a balanced source of carbohydrates from the pasta, protein from the chicken, and fats from the milk and sometimes butter or oil. It provides key nutrients like potassium, vitamin A, and calcium, with a typical serving containing roughly 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin A | 80 mcg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg |
| Zinc | 1.2 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Sopas is a unique fusion dish, blending Spanish soup concepts with local Filipino ingredients and the widespread use of evaporated milk, which gives it a distinct creamy texture. Nutritionally, it's a complete meal in a bowl, offering hydration, protein, and energy-dense carbs, making it a go-to comfort food.
