Best 3 Tex Mex Fideo Recipes
Discover an extraordinary culinary journey into the realm of Tex-Mex Fideo, a tantalizing fusion that harmoniously blends the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with the bold spirit of Texan cooking. As we embark on this delectable exploration, let us unveil the secrets behind this irresistible dish, unveiling step-by-step instructions, essential ingredients, and time-honored techniques that will transform your kitchen into a symphony of taste.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
TEX-MEX FIDEO
My fiance's mother always made her Fideo this way, and we just improved on it. It's really delicious and we always eat it with pieces of tortilla. Just some things to keep in mind: The spices are just guesstimated as we don't really measure things, so build up the flavors however you like them. We love the flavor of comino (cumin) so we add a LOT lol. We also enjoy more salt, so you can omit the salt from the meat seasoning if you're worried it's going to be too salty for your taste. Also, you can make this as soupy as you like. The amount I put makes it just a little soupy. It's also kinda easy to overcook the noodles, so be careful. Oh and in the picture, you can see beans. This is because we get a can of Charro beans on the side, and add some in as we serve ourselves. If you want, you can add the can to the dish itself, but I recommend draining it first.
Provided by Cypress
Categories Stew
Time 40m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a non-stick pan, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil. Cook diced potatoes until they start to turn golden.
- While potatoes are cooking, heat the other 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a separate pot. Mix the ground beef with the meat seasonings and cook until well done.
- Drain the excess oil and water from the ground beef, and put it back to cook some more. Remove the potatoes from the oil and toss with the ground beef.
- While the potato and beef mixture is cooking some more, brown the box of the vermicelli in the non-stick pan that has the remaining oil from cooking the potatoes.
- When the vermicelli is done, drain any excess oil (there shouldn't be much if any) and then add to the potato and beef mixture, along with the beef bouillon, water, and tomato sauce.
- Cook on high heat until it comes to a good boil, cover it and let it boil for 1-2 minutes. Turn off the heat completely and let sit for about 10 minutes. Serve and enjoy!
TRADITIONAL TEX-MEX SOPA FIDEO/PASTA
This is a very old recipe around my home and in many other cities on the border. I used to eat this as a kid and I still enjoy it today. It is great as a side-dish or appetizer with Mexican food. It is also just a great snack. This is a vegetarian dish if you opt to use canola oil instead of lard. Also, note that you can use fideo (vermicelli) or any other type of small pasta such as small shells, alphabet, etc.
Provided by clashcity19
Categories Tex Mex
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Put oil or lard in pan and brown the pasta. Make sure to watch it carefully as it burns easily.
- Add the onion and garlic. Cook about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add 8 oz. of tomato sauce and 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil.
- Add bullion cubes and ground cumin.
- Taste after bullion dissolves. Add salt and/or pepper, if desired.
- Cook until pasta is tender, about 10 minutes. Add remaining 1 cup water if needed.
- Consistency will be thickish, but still soupy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.2, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 307.9, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 3.2, Protein 1.1
TEX-MEX FIDEO
Another little recipe I found in our local paper. This one has NO meat in it, but feel free to add pieces of chicken or other tender meat to this mix. Small pieces will cook in the time required for the noodles to become tender. Or, just serve with grilled or pan seared chicken.
Provided by SkinnyMinnie
Categories Tex Mex
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a wide skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook for 10 min, until quite reduced in size and golden, stirring occasionally.
- Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 min more.
- Break the vermicelli into short lengths (2 inches or so) and add them to the skillet as you do.
- Stir and cook for 3-4 minute They will turn opaque and then begin to brown.
- Stir them often, and when many of them are brown and the others are opaque, add the salt, pepper, cumin, green chilies, tomato sauce, and water.
- Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Cover and reduce heat to low and simmer for about 10 min or until the noodles are tender.
Tips:
- When making homemade fideo pasta, use a pasta machine to get the right consistency.
- For a vegan version of Tex-Mex fideo, omit the chicken and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Customize the vegetables in your fideo to your liking. Some good options include bell peppers, corn, and black beans.
- Add some chopped cilantro or parsley at the end of cooking for a pop of freshness.
- Serve Tex-Mex fideo with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, or diced avocado.
Conclusion:
Tex-Mex fideo is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its combination of savory flavors and textures, it's sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty dish to feed a crowd, Tex-Mex fideo is a great choice. So next time you're in the mood for something comforting and flavorful, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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