5-Ingredient Carnitas Soup

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Total Time
20 minutes
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Rating
4.9 out of 5 stars
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Ingredients

4 servings
  • 6 cups chicken stock
  • 1 pound Yukon gold potatoes, diced
  • 3–4 cups carnitas (made in the slow cooker or Instant Pot)
  • 2 cups (16 ounces) salsa verde (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • optional toppings: fresh arugula, chopped fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, sliced jalapeños (or serranos) and/or grated pepperjack cheese
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Chef’s notes

The key ingredient is salsa verde, which seasons the entire soup. Use store-bought or homemade salsa verde, and customize the heat level to taste.
Top with fresh baby arugula, avocado, and cilantro for added flavor.
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