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Poblano Soup

Cultural Context

Poblano soup, originating from Mexico, showcases the rich flavors of roasted poblano peppers, often enjoyed as a comforting dish during cooler months. This soup reflects the tradition of using local ingredients to create hearty meals. In modern cuisine, it has gained popularity in the U.S. and can be found in various adaptations, including vegan versions.

MexicanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 large poblano peppers
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

poblano peppers

🥗Healthier: Anaheim peppers

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Anaheim peppers offer similar flavor with less heat

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds cheesy flavor with fewer calories

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Homemade broth is fresher and more flavorful

1

Roast poblano peppers in the air fryer until blistered and fragrant.

2

Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a pan.

3

Add 1 roughly chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes.

4

Add 4 cloves of garlic and cook for 1 minute.

5

Stir in 3 tablespoons of flour until combined.

6

Pour in 4 cups of chicken stock and add a pinch of cumin, half a teaspoon of salt, and cracked black pepper.

7

Let the mixture simmer for 7-8 minutes.

8

Remove the skin from the roasted poblano peppers and chop them.

9

Add the chopped peppers to the soup mixture and blend until smooth.

10

Return the blended soup to the pot and heat for about 10 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

roastingsautéingblending

Equipment Needed

blenderlarge potcutting boardknifespatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Sopa de PoblanoPoblano Pepper Soup

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