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A bowl of creamy Mexican Potato Soup with chunks of potatoes, diced jalapenos, and shredded cheese on top.

Top Quick and Easy Mexican Potato Soup

Enjoy this flavorful and comforting Mexican Potato Soup in just 35 minutes! #souprecipe #mexicansoup #potatosoup
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Large pot, knife, cutting board, spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeno, diced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 3 potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey jack, or Mexican blend)
  • 0.25 cup sour cream (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the jalapeno and cook for another minute.
  • Add the vegetable broth, potatoes, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer.
  • Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  • Stir in the cheese, sour cream, and cilantro and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Serve warm, with extra cheese, sour cream, and cilantro, if desired.