Chayote Soup

Chayote soup is a traditional and comforting dish from Costa Rican cuisine. Made with nutritious vegetables and egg tortillas, this simple recipe highlights earthy flavors with a touch of cumin that makes it unique. A comforting delicacy for the soul.

Chayotes are peeled and cut into squares.

Eggs are beaten until fluffy and the rest of the ingredients are added.

The tortillas are fried and set aside.

In a pot with boiling water, cook the chayotes and other ingredients, seasoning to taste before serving piping hot.

Chayote Soup

Soups
1 hour
6 Servings

Ingredients

10 Chayotes

10 Eggs

500 grams of Fresh quelites

Salt, pepper and cumin

Preparation

Step 1 : Wash and chop the quelites.

Step 2 : Peel and cut the chayotes into squares.

Step 3 : Beat the eggs until fluffy, add the rest of the quelites and a pinch of salt.

Step 4 : Fry the tortillas and set aside.

Step 5 : In a pot over the fire with boiling water, add the chalotes and quelites, cooking until tender.

Step 6 : Season with salt, pepper, and a touch of cumin.

Step 7 : Add the cut tortillas, stir everything together, and adjust the seasoning.

Step 8 : Serve piping hot.

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