This spicy potato and green chile soup recipe is a delightful combination of creamy potatoes and flavorful green chiles. It's a perfect comfort food for chilly evenings and can be easily customized to your desired level of spiciness. With a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can have a warm and satisfying bowl of soup in no time. Whether you're a fan of bold flavors or just want to try something new, this soup is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans diced green chiles
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
Directions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the diced potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and cover the pot. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Using a potato masher or immersion blender, partially mash the potatoes to thicken the soup. Leave some chunks for texture.
- Stir in the diced green chiles, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Simmer for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend together.
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the heavy cream.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro.
- Enjoy your delicious and spicy potato and green chile soup!
