Best 7 Tortilla Soup Sopa De Tortilla Recipes

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Tortilla soup, also known as Sopa de Tortilla, is a delightful Mexican dish often served as a starter or main course. It is a flavorful and versatile soup that combines a rich tomato broth with crispy tortilla strips, savory spices, tender chicken or vegetables, and a variety of toppings. The origins of tortilla soup can be traced back to pre-Columbian times, where it was a staple dish among the Aztecs and Mayans. Today, it remains a beloved dish in Mexican cuisine, enjoyed by people all over the world. With its distinctive blend of flavors and textures, tortilla soup is a culinary delight that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SOPA DE TORTILLA A LA MEXICANA: TORTILLA SOUP, MEXICAN STYLE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 chiles pasillas, washed, seeded, deveined plus 2 long chiles pasillas, all fried in a little oil
2 chiles anchos, washed, seeded, deveined and fried in a little oil
4 medium tomatoes, peeled
1 white onion, sliced
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2/3 cup olive oil or corn oil
2 sprigs epazote or cilantro
6 quarts chicken broth
Salt
2 cups vegetable oil
24 tortillas, sliced in thin strips and dried for 1 day
8 chiles pasillas, fried in a little oil or lard
2 avocados, finely chopped
2 cups fresh cheese, such as panela or feta, finely crumbled
1 cup creme fraiche, or 1 cup sour cream mixed with 1/4 half-and-half

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, blend chiles pasillas and anchos with tomatoes, onion and garlic. Strain. Heat oil in a stock pot. Pour blended chile mixture into a pot and fry until it thickens and fat rises to the surface. Add epazote. Mix in the boiling broth and long chiles pasillas. Salt to taste and simmer for 25 minutes.
  • To serve, pour soup into a tureen. Divide tortillas strips among individual bowls. Ladle soup over tortilla strips. Serve chiles, avocado, cheese and creme fraiche in separate bowls, allowing diners to season soup, to taste.
  • Prepare the garnish: Heat oil in a frying pan and fry tortilla strips until crisp. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.

SOPA DE TORTILLA (REAL MEXICAN TORTILLA SOUP)



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Corn tortilla strips in a chicken broth seasoned with tomatoes and pasilla chile. An authentic Mexican soup served with avocado, Mexican cheese, and crema.

Provided by jackie

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Tortilla Soup Recipes

Time 1h14m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

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
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)

Steps:

  • Heat 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. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels.
  • Fry pasilla chiles in the same pan, being careful not to burn them, until browned, about 2 minutes. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
  • Combine 1 fried pasilla pepper, tomatoes, onion, garlic, and oregano in a blender; blend until smooth. Strain through a sieve into a bowl.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add tomato mixture and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in water and bring to a boil. Stir in chicken granules and parsley. Cover and simmer over low heat until flavors are well combined, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and discard parsley.
  • Divide fried tortilla strips among 4 bowls. Pour soup on top of tortilla strips and garnish with diced avocado and cotija cheese. Cut remaining fried pasilla peppers into thin strips and sprinkle over soup. Add Mexican crema to each bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 606.3 calories, Carbohydrate 49.5 g, Cholesterol 36.4 mg, Fat 42.4 g, Fiber 10.3 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.8 g, Sodium 706.8 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

TORTILLA SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Blender     Herb     Tomato     Hot Pepper     Winter     Tortillas     Simmer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed
2 dried pasilla chiles, stemmed
12 5- to 6-inch-diameter white corn tortillas
2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons corn oil
2 cups coarsely chopped plum tomatoes
1 1/2 cups water
1/4 small white onion
2 large garlic cloves
1 large sprig fresh epazote or 2 large fresh cilantro sprigs
Pinch of baking soda
4 cups low-salt chicken broth
1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco
1 small avocado, peeled, pitted, diced
1/4 cup crema mexicana* or sour cream

Steps:

  • Cut slit in 1 long side of each chile; pull open. Remove seeds and membranes; press chiles flat. Cut pasilla chiles into 1x1/4-inch strips.
  • Cut 6 tortillas into 1x1/4-inch strips. Heat 2/3 cup oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat until very hot. Working in batches, add tortilla strips to skillet; toss until crisp and golden, about 1 minute. Using slotted spoon, transfer strips to paper towels. One at a time, fry 6 whole tortillas in oil until golden and almost crisp, about 30 seconds per side. Transfer to paper towels. Working in batches, add guajillo chiles to skillet; press with spatula until chiles begin to blister, about 10 seconds per side. Transfer to paper towels. Add pasilla chile strips to skillet; stir 10 seconds. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  • Combine tomatoes and next 5 ingredients in heavy large pot. Coarsely crumble whole tortillas, then guajillo chiles into pot. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium; cover and simmer until water is almost absorbed and chiles are soft, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes. Working in 3 batches, puree mixture in blender until smooth, adding 1/4 cup broth to each batch. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add tomato mixture; stir until thick and deeper in color, about 2 minutes. Add 3 1/4 cups broth; bring to boil. Simmer 8 minutes to develop flavors. Season with salt.
  • Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish each serving with tortilla strips, chile strips, cheese, diced avocado, and crema.
  • *Cultured Mexican cream with a slightly nutty flavor and consistency of thin sour cream.

TORTILLA SOUP (SOPA DE TORTILLA)



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Make and share this Tortilla Soup (Sopa De Tortilla) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Midwest Maven

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup corn oil
6 corn tortillas, cut into 1/4 inch strips (stale are fine)
3 garlic cloves, sliced
1 large onion, diced
2 dried chilies, preferably pasilla, stemmed, seeded, and sliced
3 fresh tomatoes, roasted (or blanched and peeled or just canned tomatoes)
6 cups chicken stock
1 cup shredded cooked chicken
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (to taste)
salt and pepper
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 cup cubed mexican cheese, such as queso fresco, blanco, ranchero or 1 cup monterey jack cheese
1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and sliced

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a saucepan over med/high heat for a couple minutes.
  • Begin frying the tortilla strips in batches until golden brown and crisp, turning after a minute or two, about 2-4 minutes in total.
  • Drain on paper towels and set aside.
  • Discard all but 2 tablespoons of the oil and turn the heat to meduim.
  • Add the garlic and onion, and saute until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the chiles, tomatoes and half the tortilla strips and cook another 5 minutes.
  • Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil, them simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Let the soup cool slightly, and then using an immersion blender, or an upright blender, puree the mixture until smooth.
  • Return mixture to the stove over medium heat, stir in the chicken and heat through.
  • Season with lime juice, salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with the cilantro, cheese, avocado, and the remaining tortilla strips, enjoy!

TORTILLA SOUP ( SOPA DE TORTILLA)



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A delicious soup from central Mexico. I found this in Betty Crocker's International Cookbook. For Zaar World Tour 8

Provided by pammyowl

Categories     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 corn tortillas
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup water
1 medium tomatoes, cut into fourths
1 small onion, cut into fourths
1 garlic clove
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans condensed chicken broth
1 -10 1/2 ounce soup can water
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
1 sprig mint (optional)
1 cup monterey jack cheese
cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cut the tortillas into 1/2 " strips. Heat oil in a 10' skillet, fry strips in batches until golden brown. stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes. Drain.
  • 2. Place the 1/4 cup water, tomato, onion and garlic in blender, puree until smooth. Heat tomato mixture, broth, water and spices in a 3 quart saucepan, simmering for about 3 minutes. Sprinkle each serving with tortilla strips and cheese. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.5, Fat 16.7, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 17.9, Sodium 895.3, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 2, Sugar 1.7, Protein 11.2

SOPA DE TORTILLA



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-Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 serrano pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon canola oil, divided
6 corn tortillas (6 inches), halved and cut into 1/4-inch strips
2 dried pasilla chilies, stems removed, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups chicken broth
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn
3/4 cup shredded cooked chicken
1 tablespoon minced fresh epazote or 1 teaspoon dried epazote
1 tablespoon lime juice
Cubed avocado and lime wedges, optional

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine tomatoes and serrano pepper. Cover and process until smooth; set aside. In a large skillet, heat 1/2 cup oil over medium heat. Add tortilla strips; cook and stir until golden brown and crisp. , Remove to paper towels; pat dry. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons oil in skillet. Add pasilla chilies; cook and stir for 1 minute or until lightly toasted. With a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain., In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in remaining oil until tender. Add tomato mixture; cook and stir over medium heat for 10 minutes or until very thick. Add the broth, corn, chicken and epazote; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Stir in lime juice. , Ladle soup into bowls; top with tortilla strips. Sprinkle with pasilla chilies. Garnish with avocado and lime if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 24g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 1133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

SOPA DE TORTILLA



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Categories     Fry     Simmer     Boil

Yield makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup corn, grapeseed, or other neutral oil
6 corn tortillas (stale are fine), cut into 1/4-inch strips
3 garlic cloves, sliced
1 large onion, diced
2 dried chiles, preferably pasilla, stemmed, seeded, and sliced
3 fresh tomatoes, roasted (page 493) or blanched and peeled, or canned tomatoes
6 cups chicken or vegetable stock, preferably homemade (page 160 or 162)
1 cup shredded cooked chicken
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, or to taste
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 cup cubed Mexican fresh cheese, such as queso fresco, blanco, or ranchero (see page 85), or Monterey Jack cheese
1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and sliced

Steps:

  • Put the oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat; a couple of minutes later, when the oil is hot, begin to fry the tortilla strips in batches until golden brown and crisp, turning after a minute or two, for a total of 2 to 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
  • Discard all but 2 tablespoons of the oil. Turn the heat to medium, add the garlic and onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the chiles, tomatoes, and half the tortilla strips and cook for another 5 minutes. Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes. (You can prepare the soup up to this point and let sit for a few hours or cover and refrigerate for up to a day before proceeding.)
  • Cool slightly. Using an immersion blender or an upright blender (be careful to prevent spattering), puree the mixture until smooth. Return to the stove over medium heat, stir in the chicken, and heat through. Season with the lime juice, salt, and pepper. Garnish with the cilantro, cheese, avocado, and remaining tortilla strips and serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your soup.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make tortilla soup, so feel free to adjust the ingredients to your liking.
  • Make sure to use a good quality broth. This is the base of your soup, so it's important to use a broth that is flavorful and has a good body.
  • Don't overcook the tortillas. You want them to be soft and pliable, but not mushy.
  • Add the toppings of your choice. There are many different toppings that you can add to tortilla soup, such as cheese, sour cream, avocado, and cilantro.

Conclusion:

Tortilla soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey. With a few simple ingredients, you can make a flavorful and satisfying soup that the whole family will enjoy.

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