Hearty Mexican Garlic Soup Perfect for Cozy Nights

This Mexican Garlic Soup is a comforting, aromatic dish perfect for chilly evenings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Soups

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Soup

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Consider using avocado oil for a lighter option.
1 cup Onion Yellow onion is preferred for its balanced flavor.
1 head Garlic Peeled and minced; use fresh for best flavor.
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Introduces an earthy, aromatic quality.
6 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth Homemade stock is recommended.
Salt and Pepper Season to taste throughout cooking.

For the Garnish

1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped; substitute parsley if needed.
1 lime Lime Juice From 1 lime.
Tortilla Strips For garnish, use store-bought or homemade.

Equipment

Large Pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large pot, pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat it over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 1-2 minutes.
Add 1 chopped yellow onion and 1 minced head of garlic to the pot, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes.
Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of ground cumin and cook for an additional minute, stirring often.
Carefully pour in 6 cups of chicken or vegetable broth, stirring to combine all the ingredients.
Decrease the heat and let the soup simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
Just before serving, stir in the juice of 1 lime and 1/4 cup of freshly chopped cilantro.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with crispy tortilla strips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the garlic and onion to soften gently to build rich flavor. Incorporate cilantro and lime juice just before serving.

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