In Mérida, the historic capital of the Mexican state of Yucatán, steamy bowls of sopa de lima are a popular regional specialty among tourists and locals alike. The region's abundant local citrus is at the heart of this soothing soup, which gets its characteristic brightness from the faintly bittersweet limas ágrias, but a close approximation can be achieved using a mix of fresh lemon and lime juice and zest. Turkey, which has been eaten in the Yucatán for centuries, is a flavorful and economical addition; if turkey legs prove difficult to find, skinless chicken thighs work just as well.
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