Lou'S Chayote Soup Recipe

Name: Lou'S Chayote Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 scallions, sliced; 1 clove garlic, chopped; 1 chili pepper, slit; 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 1/2 lbs chayotes; 2 cups chicken broth; 1/4 teaspoon allspice; 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder; 1 teaspoon fresh oregano; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, whole; salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

2 scallions, sliced
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 chili pepper, slit
1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 1/2 lbs chayotes
2 cups chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon fresh oregano
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, whole
salt and pepper, to taste

1
Peel, pit and quarter chayote, then cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
2
Cook scallions, garlic, and chili in butter in a heavy 3 quart saucepan over moderately low heat, stirring, until softened.
3
Stir in allspice and cumin; cook 1 minute.
4
Add chayote, oregano and half of the cilantro and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
5
Add chicken broth and simmer, covered, until chayotes are very tender, about 20 minutes.
6
Remove from heat and discard chili pepper.
7
Stir in remaining cilantro.
8
Puree soup in a blender until smooth.
9
Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 scallions, sliced, 1 clove garlic, chopped, 1 chili pepper, slit, 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Lou'S Chayote Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lou'S Chayote Soup

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