Seafood Chileatole
Thick Veracruz seafood soup with corn masa
About this recipe
Thick, comforting soup from Veracruz made with corn masa, prawns, crab and epazote, with a hint of chilli. Coastal tradition in every spoonful.
History & Origin
Chileatole is a pre-Hispanic preparation combining corn masa with chillies and herbs. In Veracruz it evolved into coastal versions celebrating the abundant seafood of its shores.
Estimated cost
£12.00
Total cost
£3.00
Per serving
* Approximate prices based on UK supermarkets
Nutritional information per serving
350
Calories
30g
Protein
40g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
3g
Fibre
600mg
Sodium
* Approximate values. May vary depending on ingredients used.
Method
- 1
Dissolve 200 g of corn masa in 1.5 litres of cold water, mixing well to avoid lumps. Set aside.
- 2
Toast 3 guajillo chillies on a griddle, soak for 15 minutes and blend with garlic and onion. Strain the sauce.
- 3
In a pot, heat oil and fry the chile sauce for 5 minutes. Add the masa water and stir constantly.
- 4
Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until thickened, about 20 minutes. Season with salt.
- 5
Add the cleaned prawns, flaked cooked crab and epazote. Cook for a further 8-10 minutes.
- 6
Adjust seasoning. Serve the chileatole hot with corn tortillas and a squeeze of lime.
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