Mexican Tomato Lime Soup Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
🥣 Servings: 5
Description:
This Mexican Tomato Lime Soup is a delightful blend of tangy lime, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic cilantro, infused with Tex-Mex flavors. It’s a refreshing option for lunch or snacks, perfect for any occasion. Adapted from a Moosewood recipe, this soup is quick and easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy days. Serve it with some polenta for a satisfying meal that your whole family will love.
Ingredients:
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 cup tomato juice
- 1 cup diced fresh tomatoes
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Hot sauce, salt, and pepper to taste
- 3 cups tortilla chips, broken into pieces
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions:
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Saute Garlic and Cumin: In a large pot, heat some oil over low heat. Add the minced garlic and ground cumin, and saute for about a minute, being careful not to let the garlic brown. This step helps to release the flavors of the garlic and cumin, infusing the oil with their aromatic essence.
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Add Tomato Mixture: Next, pour in the tomato juice and add the diced fresh tomatoes, lime juice, and chopped cilantro to the pot. Stir the mixture well to combine all the ingredients evenly.
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Simmer: Allow the soup to simmer gently for several minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and develop a rich, savory taste.
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Season to Taste: Season the soup with hot sauce, salt, and pepper according to your preference. Adjust the seasoning to achieve the perfect balance of flavors, adding a kick of heat with the hot sauce and enhancing the taste with salt and pepper.
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Serve: To serve, place some broken tortilla chips in shallow soup bowls, ladle the hot soup over the chips, and sprinkle each serving with a generous amount of shredded Monterey Jack cheese. The warm soup will melt the cheese, creating a deliciously gooey topping that adds a creamy texture to each bite.
Enjoy this Mexican Tomato Lime Soup with its vibrant flavors and satisfying textures. It’s a quick and easy dish that’s bursting with fresh ingredients and bold spices, making it a delightful addition to your lunch or snack repertoire. Whether you’re craving a light meal or looking for a comforting soup to warm you up, this recipe is sure to please your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
