Offal not a culinary preparation, rather a form of food as medicine . In some Latin American countries, such as Mexico, almost all internal parts and organs are consumed regularly. Chicken hearts, gizzards and livers are usually eaten fried or boiled, either alone, or in broth. Brainstem is served as soup, "sopa de médula". Several types of offal are commonly used in tacos, including: Tripe is also used to make "pancita" and "menudo". The "montalayo" is a dish made of chopped organs, spiced with "adobo", and cooked inside of the sheep stomach. This is known as "menudo de birria" in the
Melon soup muskmelon soup. Cantaloupe soup may be served as a first course or starter dish prior to a main course. The use of well-ripened cantaloupe can create an optimal texture and enhance the sweet flavor of the soup. Additional ingredients can include lime juice, lemon juice, apple juice, orange juice, salt, pepper, herbs such as mint or basil, cayenne pepper and balsamic vinegar. Spicy versions may be prepared using chili peppers. A cantaloupe soup recipe using one large cantaloupe melon, one-half cup orange juice and one-quarter cup of honey has 147 calories per one-cup serving. Watermelon soup is prepared with watermelon