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Serve with lime wedges on the side to be squeezed in just before eating.","group":"Serving","title":"To serve, ladle the hot soup","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"Epazote is the traditional herb for this dish, but cilantro works well if it's unavailable. For a clearer broth, skim the foam while the chicken is simmering.","cuisine":{"group":"Latin American","specific":["Mexican"]},"course":["soup"],"cookingMethod":["simmer","boil"],"equipment":["large pot","ladle","chef's knife"],"diet":["high_protein","low_carb","gluten_free"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":6,"unit":"bowl","note":"Approx 350ml per serving"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The broth and chicken can be prepared 2 days in advance. 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