Tortilla soup, a traditional Mexican dish, is a flavorful and hearty soup that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This versatile soup is easy to make and can be customized to fit individual tastes, making it a popular choice for busy weeknight meals or casual gatherings. With its combination of flavorful broth, tender chicken, and crispy tortilla strips, tortilla soup ii is a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to become a family favorite.
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CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP II
Easy to make ahead and makes great leftovers too!
Provided by Trey
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Tortilla Soup Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large stock pot heat oil. Add tortillas, garlic, cilantro and onion. Saute for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Stir in tomatoes and bring to a boil. Add cumin, chili powder, bay leaves and chicken stock. Return to a boil, reduce heat to medium and add salt and cayenne. Simmer for 30 minutes remove bay leaves and stir in chicken. Heat through and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.4 g, Cholesterol 68.8 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 796.3 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
TORTILLA SOUP
Corn tortillas provide this soup with both its flavor and texture. It's a fast-growing favorite in the Southeast. I especially like this recipe because it can be made quickly and easily and it can serve as an appetizer or a main dish.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place the tomatoes, onion and garlic in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a large saucepan. Add chicken broth and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. , Meanwhile, cut tortillas into 1/4-in. strips; fry in hot oil until crisp and brown. Drain on paper towels. Ladle soup into bowls; top with tortilla strips, sour cream and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 1018mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP II
I'm getting tired of seeing the so-called tortilla soup recipes running around that are nothing but a glorified chicken soup with tortillas added. Here's the real McCoy. Similar to the recipe at Houston's restaurant (modified, of course, to suit my tastes) For a beef version check out my recipe #261711.
Provided by Eddie Shipman
Categories Clear Soup
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Saute carrots, onions, celery in corn oil, garlic, salt and pepper until tender.
- Add chicken broth and bring to boil.
- Add tomatoes, Rotel, taco seasoning, and chicken.
- Cut Tortillas into small pieces and add to broth mixture.
- Let boil for 45 minutes or until tortillas are thoroughly incorporated into soup stirring occasionally to keep from sticking.
- Reduce heat and add 8 oz. cheese. Simmer for additional 10 minutes.
- Add milk and simmer for additional 10 minutes.
- If thicker soup is desired, add more diced tortillas and let incorporate into soup.
- Garnish with shredded cheese and broken tortilla chips.
- Substitutions: 1 cup Masa Harina (Masa Flour) for 1 10 ct. package of corn tortillas.
- Mix masa with 1 cup cold water, then add masa flour mix into soup. If thicker soup is desired, add more masa/water mix.
- If you don't want to use the seasoning packet, substitute 1/2 teaspoons cumin + 1 tsp, chili powder.
- You can also use grilled chicken fajita meat for poached diced chicken.
- NOTE: If you use FLOUR tortillas, as some people have, you WILL end up with a "TORTILLA MESS", this recipe is for CORN tortillas. Don't go blaming me and giving me a bad review because you used the wrong stuff.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.1, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 74.2, Sodium 1569, Carbohydrate 12.8, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 4.8, Protein 26.8
TORTILLA SOUP
Steps:
- Using a large knife, carefully scrape the kernels off the corn cobs and set aside, reserving the cobs.
- Using a food processor fitted with the steel blade, or a large knife, coarsely chop the garlic, onion, jalapeno pepper and corn kernels. Reserve.
- In a large soup pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until just browned on both sides. Add the tortilla squares, and cook over low heat until they are slightly crisp. Stir in the chopped vegetable mixture and pasilla pepper and simmer just until the vegetables are coated with the oil. Do not brown.
- Add the tomatoes, tomato paste and 2 teaspoons of the cumin and continue to simmer for about 10 minutes to maximize the flavor. Slowly pour in the stock and cook over low heat until the soup is reduced by 1/3 and the chicken breast is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken breast and set aside. When cool enough to handle, slice chicken into very thin strips. Meanwhile, puree the soup, in batches, in a blender* or food processor until smooth. At this point, the soup can be passed through the fine strainer if desired.
- Ladle the soup into soup bowls and garnish with tortillas, avocados, chicken, cheese, and cilantro.
- *When blending hot liquids: Remove liquid from the heat and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes. Transfer liquid to a blender or food processor and fill it no more than halfway. If using a blender, release one corner of the lid. This prevents the vacuum effect that creates heat explosions. Place a towel over the top of the machine, pulse a few times then process on high speed until smooth.
Tips:
- Use a variety of toppings: Tortilla soup is a versatile dish that can be topped with a variety of ingredients, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges. Experiment with different toppings to find your favorite combination.
- Make it ahead of time: Tortilla soup can be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve it. This makes it a great option for busy weeknights.
- Use store-bought tortillas: If you don't have time to make your own tortillas, you can use store-bought tortillas instead. Just be sure to cut them into strips before adding them to the soup.
- Adjust the spice level: If you don't like spicy food, you can reduce the amount of chili powder or cumin in the recipe. You can also add a dollop of sour cream or yogurt to help cool down the soup.
- Serve with a side of bread or crackers: Tortilla soup is a hearty and filling soup, but it can also be served with a side of bread or crackers for an extra touch of flavor.
Conclusion:
Tortilla soup is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give tortilla soup a try.
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