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How to make Sopa de Lima
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Sopa de Lima belongs to the everyday cooking of Yucatán, where its aroma calls everyone to the table. This home version keeps the flavors direct and generous, the way a family cook serves it.
Sopa de Lima is a cherished staple in Yucatán's everyday cooking, a dish that transforms the humble into the extraordinary with its aromatic embrace. It's a meal that draws everyone to the table, its inviting scent a promise of comfort and warmth. This home-style version stays true to its roots, maintaining the direct and generous flavors that reflect the soul of Yucatecan family kitchens. Expect a vibrant blend of tangy limas agrias and tender chicken mingling with the gentle heat of habanero. The tomatoes, onion, and bell pepper create a harmonious base, while the oregano adds a fragrant note. Crispy strips of corn tortillas add texture, completing a bowl that's both refreshing and deeply satisfying.
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