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.

jite lama Lopchan
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This sopa seca recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The flavors were incredible and the dish was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this again.


Mubashir Khan
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I'm always looking for new Mexican recipes to try and this sopa seca recipe did not disappoint. It was so easy to make and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the crispy layer of cheese on top. This is definitely a keeper!


Saad Gujjar
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This was my first time making sopa seca and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was so flavorful. I loved the combination of textures and flavors. Will definitely be making this again.


Sserubidde Akon
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I've made this sopa seca recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the flavors are always amazing. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. This is a great dish for a weeknight meal.


Sanza Lezinto
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This recipe was delicious! I made it for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it. The only change I made was to use ground beef instead of pork. It turned out great!


Malik Asad Asad
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I'm not a huge fan of Mexican food, but this sopa seca recipe changed my mind. The flavors were amazing and the dish was so easy to make. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation.


Wisdomty
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This sopa seca recipe was easy to follow and turned out great. The flavors were delicious and the dish was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this again.


Charles Bruce phantom
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I made this sopa seca recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it. The flavors were so rich and complex. I especially loved the crispy layer of cheese on top. This is a great recipe for a crowd.


Mwezerwa Emmanuel
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This sopa seca recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The flavors were incredible and the dish was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this again.


jasmine prince
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I'm always looking for new Mexican recipes to try and this sopa seca recipe did not disappoint. It was so easy to make and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the crispy layer of cheese on top. This is definitely a keeper!


Jessica Nicholson
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This was my first time making sopa seca and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was so flavorful. I loved the combination of textures and flavors. Will definitely be making this again.


Ahmed nawas Magsi
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I've made this sopa seca recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the flavors are always amazing. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. This is a great dish for a weeknight meal.


Georgie Xya
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This recipe was delicious! I made it for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it. The only change I made was to use ground beef instead of pork. It turned out great!


zena sultan
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I'm not a huge fan of Mexican food, but this sopa seca recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors was amazing, and the dish was so easy to make. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation.


starwithnopatrick
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This sopa seca recipe was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and complex, and the dish was hearty and filling. I especially loved the crispy layer of cheese on top. Will definitely be making this again.