How to Make Sopa de Fideos - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sopa de Fideos, or Mexican noodle soup, is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for any time of the year. This traditional recipe is a staple in Mexican households and is often enjoyed as a simple and satisfying meal.

The key to a delicious Sopa de Fideos is its rich and aromatic broth, which is made by simmering chicken or vegetable broth with onions, garlic, and tomatoes. This creates a flavorful base that is enhanced by the addition of toasted fideo noodles, which are th...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 large clove garlic, coarsely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 (7 ounce) package fideo pasta, uncooked
  • 3 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
  • coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Place tomatoes, onion, and garlic into a blender; pulse several times to get the mixture moving, then blend until smooth, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat; stir in fideo pasta. Fry pasta gently, stirring often, until golden brown, 2 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Pour tomato mixture into a large saucepan; stir in chicken broth and noodles. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until noodles are tender, 7 to 8 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper; stir in cilantro and cook until warmed through.
  • Nutrition

    292 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 7mg
    • Sodium: 1507mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 50mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 235mg