Aztec soup

35 min
medium
15 ingredients

Aztec soup

Aztec soup, also known as tortilla soup, is a traditional recipe from Mexico that reflects the culinary richness of Aztec culture. Originating from pre-Hispanic times, this soup combines native ingredients such as corn, chilies, and tomatoes, which are the fundamental base of many Mexican preparations. In different Latin American countries, this soup may have various names or adaptations; for example, in Guatemala and Honduras, it is known as "tortilla soup" or simply corn soup, while in some parts of Central America, a local touch is added with additional ingredients.

The adopted Aztec soup, as presented in this recipe, is an enriched version that mixes fresh ingredients and seasonings such as lime juice, basil, and avocado, integrating Mediterranean and Latin American flavors, making it a unique culinary journey that honors both its origin and new influences.

How to prepare Adopted Aztec Soup

Ingredients: Olive Oil, Garlic, Onions, Celery, Jalapeño Pepper, Chili Powder, Cumin, Tomatoes, Corn, Basil, Beef Broth, Avocado, Lime Juice, Tortilla Chips, Sour Cream.

In a medium saucepan, sauté garlic, onions, jalapeño pepper, and celery in olive oil for approximately 5 minutes.

Add the tomato pieces, chili powder, and cumin, and cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently.

Add the corn, basil, the reserved tomato juice, and the broth, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

When ready to serve, remove the soup from the heat and add the lime juice and avocado.

Break several tortilla chips into each bowl, ladle the soup over them, and then top each one with a dollop of sour cream.

Add a few basil strips and place a tortilla chip on top.

Serve immediately.

Aztec soup

Ingredients (15)

  • Olive Oil
  • Garlic
  • Onions
  • Celery
  • Jalapeño Pepper
  • Chili Powder
  • Cumin
  • Tomatoes
  • Corn
  • Basil
  • Beef Broth
  • Avocado
  • Lemon Juice
  • Tortilla Chips
  • Sour Cream

Instructions (7 steps)

  1. 1 In a medium saucepan, sauté garlic, onions, jalapeño pepper, and celery in the olive oil for approximately 5 minutes
  2. 2 Add the tomato pieces, chili powder, and cumin, and cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently
  3. 3 Add the corn, basil, the reserved tomato juice, and the broth, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes
  4. 4 When ready to serve, remove the soup from the heat and add the lime juice and avocado
  5. 5 Break several tortilla chips into each bowl, ladle the soup over them, and then top each one with a dollop of sour cream
  6. 6 Add a few basil strips and place a tortilla chip on top
  7. 7 Serve immediately

Nutritional Information

Calories: 166 kcal
Protein: 9%
Carbohydrates: 5%
Fat: 15%
Sugar: 24%
Sodium: 22%

Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.

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