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Caldo Xochitl
2 1/2 LBS. Chicken (Boned, Skinned, Diced) |
2 Bay Leaves |
13 Cups Water |
3 Each Whole Cloves |
2 1/2 TBLSPNS. Chicken Stock Base |
2 TSPNS Oregano Leaves |
1 TSPN. White Pepper |
2 Cloves Garlic (Minced) |
2 1/2 TSPNS. Ground Cumino |
1/3 Bunch of Fresh Cilantro (Chopped) |
1 Sprig Fresh Basil |
3/4 LB. Garbanzo Beans |
6 Carrots (Sliced) |
3/4 LB. Zucchini (Sliced) |
1 Sm. Onion (Diced) |
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STEP 1: In a large pot place chicken, water, chicken base, pepper, cumino, basil and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, skim off foam and remove chicken.
STEP 2: In a blender or food processor, puree cloves, oregano, and garlic with 1/3 cup of water and add to soup.
STEP 3: Add onions, garbanzo beans, carrots, cilantro and cook until carrots are tender.
STEP 4: Remove soup from heat. Return cooked chicken to soup and add zucchini (the hot soup will cook the zucchini)
STEP 5: Serve over white rice and garnish with avocado and Pico de Gallo |