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Sopa de Lima

A Yucatan soup where the specific bittersweet local lime is the primary aromatic driver, rather than serving as a mere afterthought or garnish.

Yield 6

Ingredients

  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 shredded chicken breasts
  • 3 Yucatan limes
  • 2 habanero peppers
  • 2 cups fried tortilla strips

Instructions

  1. 1
    Simmer robust chicken broth with roasted tomatoes and whole habanero peppers.
  2. 2
    Finish the broth with a heavy dose of fresh Yucatan lime juice.
  3. 3
    Serve immediately over crispy fried tortilla strips.
Category
Soups
Cuisine
Mexican

Dietary Information

Gluten Free

Recipe Attribution