Sopa de Tortilla Recipe

Sopa de Tortilla Recipe

From: Mexico

By: Zamira Cantú

Sopa de Tortilla, or Mexican Tortilla Soup, is a bowl of warmth and comfort with a touch of Mexican flair. This soup is a staple in Mexican cuisine, known for its hearty broth seasoned with chili peppers and spices, fresh tomatoes, caramelized onions, and sometimes studded with juicy chunks of chicken,. The real magic of this soup lies in its crispy, crunchy garnish of crushed corn tortillas, creamy avocado, melted cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Every spoonful is a symphony of textures and flavors that will have you reaching for another bowl.

There are variations of this soup, with some regional twists such as the addition of hominy or the use of different chili peppers. Regardless of the variation, Sopa de Tortilla is always a crowd-pleaser, making it a must-try dish in Mexican cuisine. 

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  • Prep Time

    Less than 30 min

  • Cook Time

    Less than 30 min

  • Serves

    5+

  • Meal Type

    Side Dish

  • Dietary Stuff

    Contains Dairy

  • Difficulty

    Easy - Common Ingredients & Basic Skills

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How to Prepare Sopa de Tortilla

Ingredients:

10 oz tomatoes
1 dried guajillo chile without seeds
1 dried morita chile without seeds
1 tbsp peeled garlic
3 tbsp of white onion
5 tsp cooking oil
1 quart chicken/vegetable stock or substitute water

TO ACCOMPANY
Cubed avocado
Cubes of panela cheese
Canned ground chipotle
8 tortillas cut into julienne strips and fried

Instructions:

Boil tomato with chiles, garlic, and onion for 10 minutes.
Blend very well. Strain.
Heat oil in saucepan. Fry blended tomato mixture for 3 minutes over medium flame.
Pour in the stock to lighten the soup. Boil for 5 more minutes.
Salt soup to your liking.
Place a portion of tortillas on each plate. Pour in the soup.
Accompany with cheese, avocado, and chipotle, per your preference.

How to Serve Sopa de Tortilla

Zamira recommends to place the tortillas in the bowl before the soup. After you serve the cheese, garnish the top with the cheese, avocado, and chipotle.

Tips for Making this Sopa de Tortilla Recipe

Be sure to hydrate the chilies before blending them so that you have a smooth texture without bits of chili that are not ground well.
It is also recommended that you add broth little by little so as not to have a watery soup. You want a thicker texture, not light.

Is Tortilla Soup actually Mexican?

Tortilla soup is a traditional and authentic dish in Mexican cuisine.

What is Mexican tortilla soup called?

Mexican tortilla soup is commonly called "Sopa de Tortilla" in Spanish.

How do you thicken Mexican tortilla soup?

You can thicken tortilla soup in several different ways.
One way is with a cornstarch mixture or a roux. You can also stir in a few tablespoons of masa harina (corn flour) and let it simmer til thickened. Crushing tortillas into the soup will also thicken it, as well as blending part of the soup and mixing it back in.

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