Best 6 Tortilla Soup Sopa De Tortilla Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Tortilla soup, also known as sopa de tortilla, is a traditional Mexican dish that combines the flavors of crispy tortillas, rich broth, and a variety of toppings. This flavorful soup is a symphony of textures and tastes, with the crispy tortilla strips adding a delightful crunch to the smooth and savory broth. Served hot, tortilla soup is a comforting and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed as a main course or as a starter. This article presents three variations of tortilla soup: a classic chicken tortilla soup, a vegetarian tortilla soup, and a hearty beef tortilla soup. Each recipe offers its own unique take on this beloved Mexican dish, allowing you to choose the one that best suits your preferences and dietary needs. Whether you prefer the classic chicken broth, the meatless vegetable broth, or the robust beef broth, you're sure to find a tortilla soup recipe here that will tantalize your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

VEGETARIAN TORTILLA SOUP



Vegetarian Tortilla Soup image

This vegetarian version of tortilla soup is no less complex than its chicken counterpart, thanks to plenty of vegetables, spices and a secret ingredient: canned chipotles in adobo. Smoked and dried jalapeños softened in a vinegar-tomato mixture, these little powerhouses do much of the heavy lifting in this vegetarian soup, offering depth and a certain meatiness to an otherwise light and tangy broth.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     soups and stews, appetizer, main course, side dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 jalapeño, seeds removed, finely chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons chile powder
2 chipotles in adobo, finely chopped
1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, drained and crushed
4 cups vegetable broth
2 cups corn kernels, fresh or frozen and thawed
2 cups vegetable oil
8 small corn tortillas, cut into 1/4-inch strips
Kosher salt
1 avocado, pitted and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3/4 cup crumbled queso fresco or shredded Cheddar or Monterey jack
3/4 cup sour cream or crema
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 red or yellow onion, finely chopped
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic and jalapeño and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened and translucent, 5 to 8 minutes. Add chile powder and stir to coat. Cook a minute or two to toast the spices, then add chipotles and tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start to caramelize a bit on the bottom of the pot, concentrating their flavor.
  • Add vegetable broth, corn and 2 cups of water. Bring to a simmer and reduce heat to low. Simmer until flavors meld and broth tastes rich and flavorful, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large cast-iron or stainless-steel skillet or heavy-bottomed pot. Bring oil to 375 degrees and working in batches, fry tortilla strips until light golden brown and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and season with salt.
  • Place about 3/4 of the tortilla strips into broth and stir to submerge and soften for a few minutes. Divide soup among bowls and top with avocado, cheese, sour cream, cilantro, onion and remaining fried tortilla strips. Serve lime alongside for squeezing.

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



Sopa de Tortilla a la Mexicana: Tortilla Soup, Mexican Style image

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)



Sopa de Tortilla (Real Mexican Tortilla Soup) image

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

EGG TORTILLA SOUP (SOPA DE TORTILLA DE HUEVOS)



Egg Tortilla Soup (Sopa de Tortilla de Huevos) image

Provided by Leslie Kaufman

Categories     dinner, quick, one pot, soups and stews, appetizer, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Vegetable oil
1/2 cup small, dry tubular or shell-shaped pasta, such as penne or conchiglie, optional
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt, or as needed
1 teaspoon adobo powder
2 large all-purpose potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 2-ounce piece of queso blanco, grated
1 large Anaheim pepper, stemmed, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup whole milk, or as needed
1/3 cup cooked white rice, optional

Steps:

  • If desired, place 1/2 inch vegetable oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. When oil is hot, add pasta and fry until lightly browned. Remove immediately and drain on paper towels. Set aside pan with oil in it.
  • Place a medium (5- to 6-quart) soup pot over medium-low heat, and add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Add scallions and sauté until softened, about 30 seconds. Add salt, adobo powder, potatoes, queso blanco and fried pasta, if using. Add just enough water to cover. Cover and simmer until potatoes and pasta are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • While soup is cooking, place a small skillet over medium heat, and add 1 tablespoon oil. Add Anaheim pepper and sauté until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add eggs and cook until firm, another 1 to 2 minutes. Remove omelet from pan and cut into 1-inch-wide slices.
  • When potatoes are tender, add milk, omelet slices and, if desired, rice, to pot. Simmer gently until reheated, and serve hot.

TORTILLA SOUP (SOPA DE TORTILLA)



Tortilla Soup (Sopa De Tortilla) image

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!

SOPA DE TORTILLA



Sopa de Tortilla image

-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.

Tips:

  • To make the soup more flavorful, use a variety of dried chiles, such as ancho, guajillo, and chipotle.
  • If you don't have any dried chiles on hand, you can use a tablespoon of chili powder instead.
  • Be sure to toast the chiles before using them, as this will help to bring out their flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot when you're cooking the vegetables. This will make them steam instead of sear, and they won't have as much flavor.
  • Use a good quality chicken broth for the soup. This will make a big difference in the flavor.
  • Add the tortilla strips just before serving, so that they stay crispy.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, avocado, cheese, 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 its vibrant flavors and variety of textures, tortilla soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Related Topics