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4 to 6
servings as a main dishEasy
Published 1992
The first boardinghouses I lived in in Guadalajara had some really wonderful food. This soup became a favorite of mine. When made with water and vegetable oil, it’s an excellent vegetarian dish.
Heat the lard or oil in a Dutch oven or small soup pot over medium-high heat until hot but not quite smoking. Add the garlic and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is golden and translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the carrots, celery, jalapeños, bay leaves, cilantro, and oregano. Reduce the heat to low and cook, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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