Caldillo de Queso
Cheese and Green Chile Soup
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A hearty, comforting soup from Northern Mexico, featuring a rich broth with melted cheese (often Asadero or Chihuahua), roasted green chiles, and sometimes tomatoes.
Key ingredients
Beef or chicken broth, various cheeses (Asadero, Chihuahua), roasted poblano or green chiles, tomatoes, onions, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, cilantro.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no flour or cornstarch is used as a thickener. Ensure no added sugar to the tomato base.
Watch out for
Flour/cornstarch thickeners. Hidden sugars in tomato base.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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