Calories in stone soup
A typical serving of stone soup provides about 252 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 1 large bowl (350 ml)
Calories
252kcal
Protein
35.7g
Carbs
10.8g
Fat
8.4g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 72 kcal |
| Protein | 10.2 g |
| Carbs | 3.1 g |
| Fat | 2.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g |
| Fiber | 0.8 g |
| Sugars | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 390 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
An ancestral Oaxacan dish where raw ingredients (fish, shrimp, vegetables) are cooked instantly by dropping a red-hot stone into the bowl.
Nutritional benefits
- Cooking without added fats
- Better preserves nutrients due to rapid cooking
- Rich in minerals and marine proteins
How to prepare it
- 1.Place fish, shrimp, epazote, and chilies in a bowl
- 2.Heat river stones in a fire until red-hot
- 3.Drop the stone into the water with ingredients
Lighter alternatives
White fish only
Lower cholesterol than shrimp
Low salt
Epazote flavor compensates for less sodium
Natural tomato base
Provides lycopene without processed items
Healthy tip
It is one of the purest ways to eat marine protein without vegetable oils.
Frequently asked questions
Does any stone work?
No, special river stones are used that don't shatter under extreme heat.
Who traditionally cooks it?
It is a tradition where the men of the community prepare the dish.
Is it hygienic?
Yes, the stones reach temperatures that sterilize any impurities.