Traditional Mexican Sopa de Fideo
Warm, hearty, and brimming with traditional flavors, this **Mexican Sopa de Fideo** is a comforting noodle soup that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring golden fried vermicelli noodles simmered in a rich tomato-based broth with onion, garlic, and fresh cilantro, this recipe brings authentic Mexican cuisine straight to your kitchen. Enhanced by the addition of chicken broth, a sprinkle of black pepper, and a bright squeeze of lime, each bowl offers a delightful balance of savory and zesty flavors. Ready in under 40 minutes, this soul-soothing dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or as a starter to a festive Mexican meal. Discover the essence of homemade comfort with this easy and flavorful traditional soup.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams vermicelli noodles
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 0.5 medium white onion
- 2 whole garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 sprigs fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 whole lime
Instructions
Begin by preparing the tomato broth. Cut the tomatoes into quarters and add them to a blender. Add the half onion and garlic cloves. Blend until smooth.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the vermicelli noodles and fry them, stirring constantly, until they are golden brown and have a nutty aroma, about 3-4 minutes.
Carefully add the tomato mixture to the pot with the fried noodles. Stir well, allowing the flavors to combine, and cook for 5 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth and add the cilantro sprigs. Season with salt and black pepper, and stir to combine. Bring the soup to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the soup simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the noodles are tender and the flavors are well combined.
Remove the pot from the heat, discard the cilantro sprigs, and let the soup cool slightly.
Serve the sopa de fideo in bowls, adding a fresh squeeze of lime to each serving for a zesty finish. Enjoy your warm, comforting sopa!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1145 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4204 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.1 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 32.5 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 213 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 2089 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
