MEXICAN FIESTA SOUP WITH ROASTED TOMATILLO AND CILANTRO PESTO

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This piquant soup exudes flavors culled from the Mexican kitchen, from a cumin-laced broth to a roasted tomatillo and cilantro pesto. The cilantro's pungent fragrance partners well with fruity tomatillos in the lively pesto. The mixture offsets the spiciness of the cumin and jalapeno in this delectable soup.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tomatillos, peeled and rinsed
2/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves, packed, rinsed well
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 small white onion, diced
1 jalapeno, diced, plus more sliced for garnish (optional)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
One 28 1/2-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes (about 8 tomatoes), drained and crushed
3 ears corn, quartered
4 cups homemade or low-sodium canned chicken stock, skimmed of fat
1/2 ripe avocado, pitted, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
Nonstick cooking spray
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place tomatillos on a small rimmed baking sheet. Roast in oven, turning once midway through, until they are softened and slightly charred, about 25 minutes. Remove from oven, and let cool slightly. Transfer to the bowl of a food processor; add cilantro, 1 garlic clove, and lime juice. Process until smooth and combined; set aside.
  • Lightly coat bottom of a large nonstick saucepan with cooking spray. Add onion, remaining garlic clove, and diced jalapeno; cook, stirring occasionally, over medium heat until onion is softened, about 7 minutes. Add cumin, tomatoes, corn, and chicken stock. Bring liquid to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer until vegetables are tender, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; stir in 3 tablespoons reserved tomatillo mixture, and season with pepper. Add sliced avocado. Ladle into serving bowls; garnish with jalapeno slices, if desired. Serve with remaining tomatillo pesto.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 g, Cholesterol 3 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 9 g, Sodium 717 g

Dionna Sims
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This soup was easy to make and so delicious. I loved the roasted tomatillo and cilantro pesto. I will definitely be making this again.


Smart Bablu
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the roasted tomatillo and cilantro pesto. I will definitely be making this again.


Bariyaa Victor
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This was delicious! I loved the smoky flavor of the roasted tomatillos. I will definitely be making this again.


Abby Patterson
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I was looking for a new Mexican soup recipe to try and this one did not disappoint. The roasted tomatillo and cilantro pesto added a really unique and flavorful twist to the classic Mexican fiesta soup. I will definitely be making this again.


Elizabeth Lee
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I'm not a huge fan of Mexican food, but I really enjoyed this soup. The roasted tomatillo and cilantro pesto added a really nice flavor. I would definitely make this again.


Shidy More
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This soup was a big hit with my family. Everyone loved the roasted tomatillo and cilantro pesto. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Hirut Abayneh
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I loved this soup! It was so easy to make and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


ITZ_ CRYSTALGACHA
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This soup was delicious! The roasted tomatillo and cilantro pesto gave it a really unique and flavorful taste. I will definitely be making this again.


Binayak Poudel
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of tomatillos, but I'm so glad I did! The roasted tomatillos added a really nice depth of flavor to the soup. I'll definitely be making this again.


Danielle Geiger
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This soup was easy to make and packed with flavor. I loved the combination of the roasted tomatillos and the cilantro pesto. I will definitely be making this again.


Richard Doamekpor
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The roasted tomatillo and cilantro pesto is the perfect balance of smoky and fresh. I like to serve it with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of cotija cheese.


Muhammad Khizar
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This soup was a hit at my last dinner party. The roasted tomatillo and cilantro pesto added a unique and flavorful twist to the classic Mexican fiesta soup. I highly recommend this recipe for anyone looking to impress their guests with a delicious an