Irresistible Mexican Garlic Soup (Printable Format)
Savor a vibrant Mexican garlic soup brightened with lime and cilantro. Ready in under 30 minutes.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Soup Base
01 -
6 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
02 -
1 head garlic, peeled and finely minced
03 -
1 medium onion, finely chopped
04 -
2 tablespoons olive oil
05 -
1 teaspoon ground cumin
06 -
Salt, to taste
07 -
Black pepper, to taste
→ Finishing & Garnish
08 -
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
09 -
Juice of 1 lime
10 -
Crispy tortilla strips, for garnish
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Add olive oil to a large pot and heat over medium flame.
02 -
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring often, until softened and fragrant.
03 -
Sprinkle in the ground cumin and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to release the aroma.
04 -
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
05 -
Let the soup gently simmer, uncovered, for about 20 minutes to meld the flavors.
06 -
Turn off the heat. Stir in the lime juice and chopped fresh cilantro.
07 -
Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish each serving with crispy tortilla strips.
# Supplementary Details:
01 -
For a deeper flavor, use homemade broth and allow the soup to simmer a few extra minutes before serving.