SOPA DE LIMA (MEXICAN LIME SOUP)
Hot or cold outside, this soup is light and refreshing. I first enjoyed this dish while sitting ocean-side in Mexico. Goes great with a margarita or beer and a side of chips and salsa. Use whatever chilies you want (hot or mild) depending on the amount of heat you enjoy. Serve in bowls with crushed tortilla chips or strips on top.
Provided by Amatre
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Tortilla Soup Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Bring the chicken broth, chicken breasts, red onion, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and thyme to a boil in a large pot; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the chicken breasts are no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 15 to 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove the cooked chicken to a cutting board and shred into bite-sized strips; return to the simmering pot.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook the green onions and green chile pepper in the hot oil until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir the tomatoes into the mixture and continue cooking until soft, about 5 minute more; pour the mixture into the pot with the chicken soup. Season with the salt; return the soup to a simmer. Add the lime juice and 1/2 a lime; cook another 10 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and remove the lime half; stir in the cilantro to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 44.8 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 1693.4 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
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Engy Gaminng
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Kevin Salacup
[email protected]I'm not a fan of cilantro, so I omitted it from the recipe. The soup was still delicious.
Poppy Ward
[email protected]I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out great! It's a great way to have a hot meal ready when I get home from work.
Umerchanna Channa
[email protected]This soup is a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. I think next time I'll use less chili powder.
Naveed Mirza
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lime, but I really enjoyed this soup. The lime flavor is subtle and refreshing.
Kohl Larmie
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can customize it to my liking by adding different vegetables or spices.
Sarah Seebaran
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.
Mary Bety
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.
carldon hardinsr
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also very affordable, which is a bonus.
Md Apourbo
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of soups, but this one is an exception. It's so flavorful and satisfying.
Sbir Khan
[email protected]This soup is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect meal for a hot summer day.
Raja Hammad
[email protected]I made this soup for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the garnish of cilantro and avocado.
Musa Sidibey
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so simple, but the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of the lime and the chicken broth.
Z6 YT
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends. The soup is always flavorful and comforting.
Sultan Armani
[email protected]This soup is absolutely delicious! The flavors are so well-balanced and the lime adds a refreshing brightness. I will definitely be making this again.