Mexican tortilla soup

Cookinero 18 January 2023

How to cook Mexican tortilla soup

Step 1

Mexican tortilla soup

Rub the tomatoes with juice through a sieve into a saucepan. Put on medium heat, cook 10 minutes.

Step 2

Mexican tortilla soup

Peel the garlic. Cut hot pepper in half, remove seeds. Heat the pan, put garlic cloves, hot pepper and black peppercorns on it. Fry, stirring, 2 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish, let cool slightly, then transfer to a blender and puree. Add tomatoes, oregano, cumin and beat until smooth. Pour into a saucepan.

Step 3

Mexican tortilla soup

Place the tortillas in the same pan. Fry, pressing with a spatula, for 2 minutes. from each side. Remove from heat, cool slightly, then break into small pieces.

Step 4

Add corn oil to the saucepan with the tomato paste. Cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Pour in 4 cups of water, add the finely chopped potatoes and bring the soup to a boil. Cook 10 min.

Step 5

Mexican tortilla soup

Add beans and corn. Cover with a lid, cook for another 5 minutes. Before serving, add tortilla pieces.

Mexican tortilla soup - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can substitute with a 28-ounce can of crushed or diced tomatoes. Be sure to drain any excess liquid before adding them to the saucepan.
Corn tortillas are traditional, but flour tortillas can be used. They might have a slightly different texture when fried.
Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Yes, you can freeze it. However, it's best to freeze the soup before adding the tortilla pieces, as they can become soggy. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat on the stovetop. Add the tortilla pieces just before serving.
This recipe is already vegetarian! To make it vegan, ensure your tortillas are vegan-friendly (some contain lard).
Consider adding toppings like avocado slices, shredded cheese (if not vegan), sour cream (if not vegan), a squeeze of lime, fresh cilantro, or a dollop of Greek yogurt (if not vegan).
Absolutely! Add more hot pepper or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the tomato mixture in Step 2 to increase the heat level.
Simply double or triple the ingredient quantities, ensuring you use a large enough pot. Cooking times may need to be slightly extended to ensure all ingredients are fully cooked.

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