Azteca Soup Adopted Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful twist on traditional Azteca soup! This quick, low-calorie recipe uses fresh, New World ingredients like corn, tomatoes, jalapeños, and lime for an authentic taste. Imagine a fiesta in a bowl – perfect for a light lunch or a satisfying starter. Inspired by ancient Aztec flavors, this updated recipe is surprisingly easy to make and bursting with deliciousness. Get ready to transport your taste buds to a land of ancient culinary delights!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 165.9 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Azteca Soup Adopted

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 medium onion
  • 2 stalks celery (optional)
  • 1 jalapeño pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 4 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 ripe avocado, mashed
  • juice of 1 lime
  • 6-8 nacho chips per bowl
  • dollop of sour cream for topping
  • lard (optional alternative to olive oil)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh Mexican oregano
  • chicken stock (optional alternative to vegetable stock)

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How to Make Azteca Soup Adopted

  1. Finely chop 2 cloves garlic, 1/2 medium onion, and 1 jalapeño pepper (remove seeds for less heat). Dice 2 stalks celery (optional).
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil (or lard for a more traditional flavor) in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion, jalapeño, and celery (if using) and sauté for 5 minutes, until softened.
  3. Add 1 (28 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 teaspoon chili powder, and 1/2 teaspoon cumin. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened.
  4. Stir in 1 cup frozen corn, 1/4 cup chopped fresh Mexican oregano (or basil), and 4 cups vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the juice of 1 lime and 1 ripe avocado, mashed.
  6. To serve, crush 6-8 nacho chips per bowl. Ladle soup over chips. Top with a dollop of sour cream and a few fresh oregano or basil shreds. Garnish with an extra nacho chip.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

8g

Carbs

5g