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Caldo de Pollo

A deeply restorative, crystal-clear chicken soup that extracts the absolute essence of the bird through slow simmering, fortified with large chunks of root vegetables, corn, and bright lime acid.

MexicanPrep: 30 minCook: 30 minTotal: 1h
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  1. 1

    The Extraction. Place the chicken pieces in a massive pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a over medium heat, systematically skimming the albuminous scum that rises to the surface to ensure a crystal-clear broth.

  2. 2

    The Aromatic Base. Once skimmed, add half an onion, a head of garlic (halved), and salt. Reduce to a bare . Cook for 45 minutes .

  3. 3

    The Root Matrix. Add the carrots and corn rounds. for 15 minutes .

  4. 4

    The Soft Additions. Add the potatoes and cabbage wedges. until the potatoes are tender but not dissolving (about 15 more minutes). Throw in the cilantro bunch in the last 5 minutes .

  5. 5

    The Serve. Serve in massive bowls, ensuring each person gets a piece of chicken, vegetables, and a piece of corn. Must be eaten with copious amounts of fresh lime juice squeezed in, raw chopped onion, and warm tortillas.

📋Details

CuisineMexican
Meal Typemain

⚗Elemental Properties

🔥Fire
19%
💧Water
35%
🌍Earth
23%
💨Air
23%

⚗️Alchemical Scores

MonicaConstant
—/100
Heat1%
Entropy6%
Reactivity93%
0.055
Heat
0.265
Entropy
3.998
Reactivity

📊Nutrition Per Serving

48.14cal
Per serving
% Daily Value
2%
of 2000 cal
protein4.66g39%
carbs7.57g63%
fat0.55g10%
% Daily Value
Protein
4.66g9%
Carbs
7.57g3%
Fat
0.55g1%
Fiber
2.42g9%
Sugar
2.17g4%
Sodium
20.67mg1%