Name: Mouthwatering Mexican Garlic Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tsp salt (skip if broth is already salted); 15 garlic cloves, smashed or minced; 2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped; 3 eggs, beaten (optional for vegan version); 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth; 4 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin preferred); Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tbsp); 1/2 baguette, sliced or cubed (or gluten-free bread); Lime wedges (from 1 lime, for serving)

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Introduction

Mouthwatering Mexican Garlic Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that highlights garlic’s rich aroma paired with fresh oregano and a hint of lime. This hearty soup is perfect for cozy evenings and comes together quickly with simple ingredients.

A large white pot filled with clear golden broth speckled with small green herb pieces and tiny white garlic bits, with a silver ladle lifting some of the broth showing its smooth, slightly oily surface and scattered herbs inside, set on a white marbled surface with blurred garlic cloves and green leaves in the background, photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 1/2 tsp salt (skip if broth is already salted)
15 garlic cloves, smashed (or minced if you prefer smaller pieces)
2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped (freshly chopped for best aroma)
3 eggs, beaten (leave out for vegan version)
8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
4 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin recommended for richer flavor)
Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tbsp)
1/2 baguette, sliced or cubed (or gluten-free bread)
Lime wedges (from 1 lime, for serving)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Slice or cube the baguette into bite-sized pieces and set aside. Smash the garlic cloves with the side of a knife to soften and release flavors. Chop the fresh oregano, juice the lime, and beat the eggs in a small bowl. Prepare all ingredients to ensure smooth cooking.
Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add smashed garlic and cook gently for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until garlic is soft and fragrant but not browned. Meanwhile, toss the bread pieces with 2–3 tablespoons of the garlic oil, season lightly with salt, and spread on a baking sheet. Toast in the oven for about 10 minutes until golden and crispy.
Step 3: Pour broth into the pot with garlic oil and increase heat to medium-high. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Add salt (if needed) and chopped oregano, allowing the soup to simmer for 2–3 minutes so the oregano infuses the broth.
Step 4: Remove toasted bread from the oven. Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the simmering soup while stirring gently with a wooden spoon to create delicate egg ribbons. Continue stirring for 3–5 minutes until eggs are cooked. Remove pot from heat and stir in the lime juice for a fresh finish.
Step 5: Ladle the soup into bowls and top each with a generous handful of the toasted garlic bread. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for added brightness.

Tips & Variations

For a vegan version, simply omit the eggs; the soup remains flavorful and satisfying.
Use gluten-free bread if you need a gluten-free option for the garnish.
Fresh oregano is preferred, but dried oregano can be used—reduce quantity to 1 tablespoon.
To intensify garlic flavor, roast the garlic cloves before adding to oil.

Storage

Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently over low heat, stirring occasionally. To keep the bread crispy, store it separately and add just before serving.

How to Serve

A white bowl filled with clear golden broth that has small white and green bits floating throughout, indicating herbs and possibly garlic. The broth appears slightly oily with a glistening surface covered in tiny droplets. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface with a pale green cloth napkin on the side. Around the bowl, there are sprigs of fresh green herbs and a bulb of garlic with a few cloves separated. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use garlic powder instead of fresh garlic?

Fresh garlic provides the best flavor and texture for this soup. While garlic powder can be used in a pinch, it won’t replicate the fragrant, tender garlic pieces that are central to the dish.

How do I prevent the eggs from clumping?

Drizzle the beaten eggs slowly into the simmering soup while stirring gently and continuously. This technique helps form delicate egg ribbons rather than clumps.