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Another Puerto Rican dish that brings so much comfort to me is the Puerto Rican Ham Noodle Soup, known as “Sopa de Fideos con Jamón.” This delightful soup combines smokey ham, tender noodles, and a medley of vegetables, all together in a rich and flavorful broth. The best part? You can make it quickly and effortlessly using an Instant Pot. Here’s how!

Bowl of Puerto Rican ham and noodle soup with a side of sliced bread

Do I have to make my Puerto Rican Ham Noodle Soup in the Instant Pot?

Absolutely not! Traditionally, this soup is made over the stove fire and cooked for about 45 minutes. Then, I add the noodles for the last 15 minutes. I’m on a personal mission to convert my Puerto Rican Recipes so I can make them in the Instant Pot 🤗 This is why you will see quite a few Puerto Rican Recipes for the Instant Pot in my YouTube channel and here 🙂

Equipment

1 Instant Pot

Ingredients

2-3 cups ham diced
2 tbs Sofrito
1 cup carrots diced
1 onion diced
2 potatoes diced
2 tbs Olives
1-2 tbsp Olive oil
2 tsp adobo
2 tsp minced garlic
Barilla Gluten Free Fettuccini noodles
Cilantro
1 tsp Oregano
1 packet Sazon

Instructions

Prep the Instant Pot: Turn on the Instant Pot and set it to the "Sauté" function. Add the olive oil and let it heat up.
Sauté: Add the chopped onion, garlic, green bell, and sofrito to the Instant Pot. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent.
Add the Ham and Vegetables: Stir in the diced ham, carrot, olives, and potatoes. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Incorporate the Spices: Sprinkle in the adobo, Sazon, oregano, Stir everything together to combine.
Pour in the water: Carefully pour in water up until a 1/2 inch from the PC Max line. Give the mixture a good stir, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
Pressure Cook: Cancel the "Sauté" function. Secure the lid on the Instant Pot, make sure it's sealed, and set it to "Pressure Cook" (or "Manual") on high pressure for 8minutes.
Quick Release: Once the cooking time is up, perform a quick release by carefully turning the pressure release valve to the venting position. Wait for the steam to escape completely and the pressure indicator to drop before opening the lid.
Cook the Noodles: Switch the Instant Pot back to the "Sauté" function. Add the noodles & fresh cilantro to the pot and let them cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until tender.
Season to Taste: Taste the soup and add salt and pepper as needed. If you prefer a bit of acidity, squeeze in some fresh lime juice.
Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve with lime wedges, tostones, or avocado on the side.

Video

Notes

Ham Alternatives: If you don’t have cooked ham on hand, you can use leftover holiday ham or even a smoked ham hock for extra flavor.

Noodle Options: While regular noodles are traditional, you can substitute with any pasta you prefer or have available. I used Barilla’s Gluten Free Fettuccini noodles because they hold up pretty well for me.

Storage: This soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.

Sides: Serve with a side of fresh avocado or crispy tostones

This Soup is not just a meal, it’s a hug in a bowl. Using the Instant Pot makes it incredibly easy and quick to prepare! Which makes it perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend lunch! Now it’s your turn to give this Sopas de video con jamon a try!

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Puerto Rican Ham Noodle Soup | Instant Pot Recipe

Do I have to make my Puerto Rican Ham Noodle Soup in the Instant Pot?