Quick Mexican Style Soup

 

Ingredients

1 tbs oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 shallot, diced
1 pinch cumin
1 pinch dried Mexican oregano
1/2 cup dry orzo
6 cups vegetable stock
1 carrot, chopped
3-4 stalks of celery with leave, chopped
1/4 bunch cilantro, roughly chopped
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
2 green onions, chopped
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How to make Quick Mexican Style Soup

This is a very quick soup that is easy and hearty!

In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat.  Add garlic, shallot, cumin, carrots, and celery.  Saute for about 5 minutes until very fragrant. 

Add stock and bring to a boil.  Add the oregano, cayenne, 1/2 of the cilantro, and the orzo.  Reduce to a simmer and cook for about 8 minutes until orzo and vegetables are al dente.

Top with the rest of the cilantro and green onions and garnish with lime zest, sharp cheese, sour cream, and/or avocado.