How to Make Azteca Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you’re a fan of Mexican cuisine, you’re probably familiar with the flavorful and comforting dishes that come from this culture. One dish that is often overlooked but deserves more attention is Azteca soup. This delicious and hearty soup is a staple in Mexican households and is packed with bold flavors and hearty ingredients.

Azteca soup, also known as Sopa Azteca or Tortilla Soup, is a traditional Mexican dish that has been around for centuries. It is said to have originated from t...

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Ingredients

  • 10 (6-inch) corn tortillas, cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • 1 ½ cups vegetable oil for frying
  • salt to taste
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 large tomatoes
  • 1 large onion
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 2 avocados — peeled, pitted, and diced

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 5

  • Heat oil in large skillet and carefully drop in half the tortilla strips. Fry in batches until golden brown and crunchy. Place fried tortilla strips on a paper towel-lined plate and pat dry. Sprinkle salt on tortillas, tossing to coat both sides.
  • Using a blender or food processor, blend tomatoes, onion, and cilantro until completely puréed.
  • In a saucepan, heat chicken broth, chipotle chili, and puréed vegetables. Bring to a boil; remove from heat. Ladle soup into serving bowls. Prior to serving, add tortilla strips and avocado.
  • Nutrition

    360 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 1244mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 10g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 22mg
    • Calcium: 80mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 916mg