Ignite your taste buds with this vibrant and unexpectedly delightful twist on classic tomato soup. Infused with tequila and a zesty lime kick, it's a simple, economical, and soul-warming dish, perfect on its own or elevated with grilled shrimp for a protein-packed indulgence.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
Carbohydrate
19 g
Fiber
4 g
Protein
3 g
Saturated Fat
1 g
Sodium
560 mg
Sugar
6 g
Fat
5 g
Unsaturated Fat
0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
10 mins
In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant, about 8-10 minutes.
02
Step
5 mins
Add the green bell pepper and jalapeno peppers and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the peppers are slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
03
Step
4 mins
Carefully pour in the tequila (it may ignite briefly). Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off and the flavors to meld.
04
Step
20 mins
Stir in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes (with their juices), vegetable stock, and crushed tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 20 minutes, or up to 45 minutes, to allow the flavors to fully develop.
05
Step
1 mins
Stir in the lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste. Just before serving, stir in the chopped cilantro.
06
Step
Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges.
For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender to partially or fully puree the soup after simmering. Be careful when blending hot liquids!
If you don't have fire-roasted tomatoes, you can roast regular diced tomatoes in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes to achieve a similar depth of flavor.
A pinch of smoked paprika can enhance the smoky flavor profile of the soup.
Feel free to adjust the amount of jalapeno peppers based on your preferred level of spiciness. Remove the seeds and membranes for a milder flavor.
The soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
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Sage Gerlach
Jun 13, 2025I added some grilled shrimp for a complete meal.
Marielle Damore
May 29, 2025I loved the kick from the tequila and jalapenos!
Briana Turner
May 16, 2025Next time, I will try adding a can of black beans.
Anastasia Blanda
May 15, 2025A great way to use up leftover vegetables.
Grover Ferry
May 4, 2025The lime juice really brightens up the flavors.
Juwan Mcdermott
May 2, 2025This has become a staple in my house!
Willa Sawayn
Apr 27, 2025My kids even enjoyed this soup!
Euna Howell
Apr 20, 2025So easy to make and tastes gourmet!
Viviane Terry
Apr 6, 2025A fantastic recipe for a chilly evening.