LOU'S CHAYOTE SOUP
I bought chayotes not knowing what they were. On learning they are from Mexico, I made a Mexican spiced soup. It makes a nice start to a Mexican or North African meal.
Provided by Its loose again
Categories Mexican
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Peel, pit and quarter chayote, then cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
- Cook scallions, garlic, and chili in butter in a heavy 3 quart saucepan over moderately low heat, stirring, until softened.
- Stir in allspice and cumin; cook 1 minute.
- Add chayote, oregano and half of the cilantro and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and simmer, covered, until chayotes are very tender, about 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and discard chili pepper.
- Stir in remaining cilantro.
- Purée soup in a blender until smooth.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.8, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 3.8, Sodium 388.6, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 4.3, Protein 4.4
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