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

Sopa Azteca, also known as tortilla soup, is a traditional Mexican dish that is both delicious and comforting. This flavorful soup is made with a rich and spicy tomato broth, tender chicken, crisp tortilla strips, creamy avocado, and a handful of fresh garnishes. It is a beloved dish in Mexican cuisine, often enjoyed as a starter or a main course, and is perfect for any time of the year.

The origins of Sopa Azteca can be traced back to the ancient Aztecs, who were known for their use ...

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Ingredients

  • 5 dried red chile pepper pods
  • 5 tomatoes, cut into wedges
  • 1 small onion, cut into wedges
  • 1 cube chicken bouillon
  • 4 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons ground thyme
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • vegetable oil as needed
  • 4 corn tortillas, cut into strips
  • ¼ cup Mexican crema, or to taste
  • 2 limes, cut into wedges
  • 1 avocado, cubed

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add chile peppers and boil until soft, about 10 minutes. Transfer peppers to a dish and let cool slightly, about 5 minutes; reserve chile water. Remove and discard stems and seeds from peppers, keeping a few seeds if you like a spicy soup.
  • Combine chiles, tomatoes, onion, bouillon, oregano, and thyme in an electric blender; add as much reserved chile water as possible to fill line. Blend until liquefied.
  • Strain chile mixture into a large pot. Add remaining chile water, adding additional water if necessary. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and let simmer, 20 to 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry tortilla strips in the hot oil under golden brown and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
  • Distribute soup evenly between serving bowls and garnish with fried tortilla strips, crema, lime wedges, and avocado.
  • Nutrition

    388 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 21mg
    • Sodium: 364mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 11g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 43mg
    • Calcium: 103mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 943mg