Azteca (Tortilla Chip) Soup

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 15
Warm and comforting Azteca (Tortilla Chip) Soup
in Soup

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 -4 medium tomatoes
1 small white onion , chopped
2 garlic cloves
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2/3 liter chicken broth or 2/3 liter vegetable broth
1 1 teaspoon parsley or 1 teaspoon cilantro
salt and pepper
4 dried pasilla peppers
1 cup monterey jack cheese , grated
1 avocado
1 cup sour cream
tortilla chips

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
473
Sugar
6g
Fat
41g
Azteca (Tortilla Chip) Soup is a warm and comforting dish with roots in Mexican cuisine. The soup gets its name from the addition of tortilla chips as a garnish, which add both crunch and flavor to the dish. This recipe uses roasted vegetables to give the soup a depth of flavor, which is then complemented by the toppings of Monterey Jack cheese, avocado, sour cream, and tortilla chips. It's a hearty and filling soup that can be served as a meal on its own or as a starter to a larger meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.Place the tomatoes, onion, and garlic cloves on a baking tray and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
3.Roast for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft and charred.
4.While the vegetables are roasting, heat the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat.
5.Add the chicken or vegetable broth, parsley or cilantro, salt and pepper to taste, and the pasilla pepper.
6.Simmer for 10 minutes.
7.Remove the pasilla pepper from the pot and discard the stem and seeds.
8.Puree the roasted vegetables with the broth in a blender or food processor until smooth.
9.Return the puree to the pot and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
10.Ladle the soup into four bowls and top each with the grated Monterey Jack cheese, diced avocado, a dollop of sour cream, and crushed tortilla chips.

PROS

This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day, and it’s packed with flavor and texture.

The roasted vegetables add a depth of flavor that is both sweet and savory, while the garnishes provide a nice contrast in texture and temperature.

It’s also versatile, as you can easily swap in different toppings to suit your taste.

CONS

The soup has a mild spiciness from the pasilla peppers, so if you prefer a more intense spice level, you may want to add additional seasoning or chilies.

The use of tortilla chips as a garnish can make this dish quite high in sodium and fat if you’re not careful with your portions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A and C, potassium, and fiber.
The use of pasilla peppers may also provide additional health benefits, as they are a good source of antioxidants and have been linked to anti-inflammatory properties.

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