SOPA SECA

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Pasta. That's not Mexican, right? Think again. You see it in homes throughout Mexico, one of the many foreign foods that we have welcomed into our cuisine and something I ate growing up. We call this Mexican comfort food, funnily enough, sopa seca, which means "dry soup."

Provided by Aarón Sánchez

Yield 2 servings as a side or snack

Number Of Ingredients 16

Roasted Tomato-Chile de Arbol Salsa:
1 pound plum tomatoes (about 4)
3 to 6 chiles de arbol, depending on how spicy you like it
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium white onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Sopa Seca:
1/4 cup canola oil
1 cup small shaped pasta such as melon seeds, orzo, or alphabets
1/2 cup Roasted Tomato-Chile de Arbol Salsa
2 cups chicken stock (low-sodium store-bought is fine)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
A handful of shredded cotija or queso fresco (preferably the Cacique brand, or pecorino, Parmesan, or lightly salty feta

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or medium pot over medium-high heat until it ripples. Add the pasta and cook, stirring constantly, until the pasta is golden, about 3 minutes.
  • Scoop out and discard 2 tablespoons of the oil. Add the Roasted Tomato-Chile Arbol Salsa and cook for 2 minutes, stirring the whole time. Pour in the chicken stock and let the liquid come to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook, stirring once in a while, until the liquid is absorbed and the pasta is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Divide the pasta between two bowls and garnish with the cilantro and cheese.

Valin Creekmur
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This Sopa Seca is a great dish for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always gets rave reviews.


Kareem Sutherland
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I'm always looking for new and interesting recipes, and this Sopa Seca definitely fits the bill. It's a unique and flavorful dish that I'm sure to make again.


Hasan Aljouma
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This Sopa Seca is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a very affordable meal.


Jennifer Cha
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I thought this Sopa Seca was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Nasrin Akter
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This Sopa Seca was a lot of work for not a lot of payoff. I wouldn't recommend it.


Malak Kabany
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Not bad, but not great.


Tamra Phillips
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Meh.


KIRMINA GAYED
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This is now my go-to recipe for Sopa Seca.


Beaulah Jeoffry
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I'll definitely make this again.


Maalo Malloy
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Excellent!


Maryam Nadeem
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I was disappointed with this Sopa Seca. The broth was bland and the chicken was dry. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.


Rana Shan
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This Sopa Seca was a bit too spicy for my taste, but otherwise it was very good. I would recommend using less chili powder if you don't like spicy food.


MrClayoun Worldwide
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I've made this Sopa Seca several times now and it's always a hit! My family loves the rich, flavorful broth and the tender chicken. I also appreciate how easy it is to make. It's a great weeknight meal.


Lupe Reyes
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This Sopa Seca is a winner! It's a unique and delicious dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. I especially love the combination of textures and flavors. The crispy tortilla strips add a nice crunch, while the tender chicken and flavorfu