How to Make Sopa de Tortilla (Mexican Tortilla Soup) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sopa de Tortilla, also known as Mexican Tortilla Soup, is a comforting and flavorful dish that is loved by many. This traditional Mexican soup is a true representation of the country's rich culinary heritage, combining simple ingredients with bold and vibrant flavors. Whether you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal or a dish to warm you up on a chilly day, Sopa de Tortilla is the perfect choice.

One of the defining features of Sopa de Tortilla is its use of tortilla strips, wh...

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Ingredients

  • 1 1 vegetable oil, or as needed
  • 12 (6 inch) corn tortillas, cut into strips
  • 3 dried pasilla chile peppers, seeded
  • 2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
  • ½ large onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 4 cups water
  • 4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
  • 1 sprig fresh parsley
  • 1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced
  • ¾ cup diced cotija cheese
  • 2 tablespoons crema fresca (fresh cream) (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 40 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Heat 1 cup oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add tortilla strips in batches and fry until brown and crispy, 2 to 3 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
  • Fry pasilla chiles in the same pan until browned, about 2 minutes, being careful not to burn them. Drain on paper towels.
  • Transfer one fried pasilla pepper to a blender. Add tomatoes, onion, garlic, and oregano; blend until smooth. Strain through a sieve into a bowl.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add blended tomato mixture and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in water and bring to a boil. Stir in bouillon granules and parsley. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until flavors are well combined, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and discard parsley.
  • Divide fried tortilla strips among four bowls. Ladle soup over tortilla strips and garnish with diced avocado and cotija cheese. Cut remaining fried pasilla peppers into thin strips and sprinkle over soup. Add a dollop crema to each bowl.
  • Nutrition

    944 cal.

    • Total Fat: 80g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 23mg
    • Sodium: 852mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 14g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 34mg
    • Calcium: 294mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 1118mg