Tomatillo-Chile Soup
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 4 medium poblano peppers
- 2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 tsp salt, or to taste
- 2 Tbsp chili powder
- 2 lbs fresh tomatillos
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 2-3 Tbsp sugar, honey, or maple syrup
- Sour cream, for topping (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, for topping (optional)
- Sliced avocados, for topping (optional)
Heat the olive oil in a soup pot and sauté the onion until it is translucent, about 5 minutes over medium heat. Add the poblano peppers, garlic, salt and chili powder. Mix well, cover and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often. Add the chopped tomatillos, cover, and cook for an additional 10 minutes. Add broth and bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer, covered, for about 10 more minutes. Purée using a hand-held or table top blender. Add sweetener of choice to taste. Check for salt, adding more if needed. Serve hot garnished with sour cream, cilantro, and avocado, if desired.