Spicy French Onion Soup with a Mexican Twist
- 🧅 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 🧈 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 🛢️ 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 🌶️ 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely chopped
- 🌿 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 🌿 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 🍅 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 🍷 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 🍲 6 cups beef broth
- 🧂 Salt and pepper, to taste
- 🍞 4 slices crusty bread
- 🧀 1 cup shredded Oaxaca or Monterey Jack cheese
- 🌿 Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- 🍋 Lime wedges
Elevate the classic French onion soup by infusing it with bold Mexican flavors. This fusion dish combines the rich, caramelized onions of traditional French cuisine with spicy jalapeños and zesty seasonings, creating a unique and flavorful experience.
Ingredients
🧅 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
🧈 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
🛢️ 2 tablespoons olive oil
🌶️ 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely chopped
🌿 1 teaspoon dried oregano
🌿 1 teaspoon ground cumin
🍅 1 cup diced tomatoes
🍷 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
🍲 6 cups beef broth
🧂 Salt and pepper, to taste
🍞 4 slices crusty bread
🧀 1 cup shredded Oaxaca or Monterey Jack cheese
🌿 Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
🍋 Lime wedges, for serving
Equipment
• Large pot or Dutch oven
• Wooden spoon
• Baking sheet
• Oven-safe soup bowls
• Ladle
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
1 hour
Calories & Macros (per serving)
Note: Nutritional values are approximate and can vary based on specific ingredients and serving sizes.
• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Fat: 18g
Instructions
1. Caramelize the Onions
o In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the unsalted butter with olive oil over medium heat.
o Add the thinly sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they become golden brown and caramelized, about 30-40 minutes.
o Add the minced garlic and chopped jalapeños, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until fragrant.
2. Add Seasonings and Tomatoes
o Stir in the dried oregano, ground cumin, and diced tomatoes.
o Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
3. Deglaze and Simmer
o Pour in the dry white wine (if using) to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
o Let the wine reduce by half, then add the beef broth.
o Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
o Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Prepare the Bread and Cheese
o Preheat your oven's broiler.
o Place the slices of crusty bread on a baking sheet and toast under the broiler until golden brown on both sides.
o Remove from the oven and set aside.
5. Assemble and Broil
o Ladle the hot soup into oven-safe bowls.
o Place a toasted bread slice on top of each bowl of soup.
o Sprinkle generously with shredded Oaxaca or Monterey Jack cheese.
o Place the bowls on the baking sheet and broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.
6. Garnish and Serve
o Carefully remove the bowls from the oven.
o Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
o Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the soup.
Cooking and Serving Tips
• Variations: Add a dash of hot sauce or a pinch of chili powder for extra heat.
• Serving Suggestions: Pair with a side salad or additional crusty bread for a complete meal.
• Storage: Store any leftover soup (without the bread and cheese) in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop before serving.
Enjoy your Spicy French Onion Soup with a Mexican Twist!
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Spicy French Onion Soup with a Mexican Twist
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