Consomé de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Consommé)

A clear, well-seasoned chicken broth, typically simmered with garlic, onion, and sometimes a whole tomato, forming a lighter counterpart to the heartier caldo de res.

Flavor Profile

Clean and savory, brightened at the table with lime, chili, and cilantro per individual preference.

Culinary Uses

Base for tortilla soup (sopa de tortilla) and pozole-adjacent dishes; served on its own as a light, restorative soup.

Regional Variations

Some households char the onion and garlic first for a deeper, slightly smoky base flavor.

Storage

Refrigerate 3–4 days; freezes well.