Chile Relleno Soup Recipe: Easy Comfort Food for Cozy Nights
A warm and hearty Chile Relleno Soup that is perfect for cozy nights. This easy recipe brings comfort food to a new level with flavorful ingredients and a splash of spice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 poblano peppers, roasted and chopped
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the roasted poblano peppers and diced tomatoes, then add the vegetable broth.
- Season with ground cumin and chili powder, stirring to combine.
- Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes.
- Serve hot, topped with shredded Monterey Jack cheese and fresh cilantro.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day.
- Feel free to adjust the level of spice by adding more chili powder or fresh jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Chile Relleno, Soup, Comfort Food, Easy Recipes