Sopa Ranchera Ranch-Style Soup

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 21

Authentic and Flavorful Sopa Ranchera Ranch-Style Soup Recipe

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

200

Sugar

Fat

Sopa Ranchera, also known as Ranch-style soup, is a classic Mexican dish that originated from the ranches of northern Mexico. The soup is a hearty and flavorful meal that can be made with a variety of ingredients depending on the region. This particular recipe is made with a chicken broth base, long-grain rice, tomato puree, and frozen peas. The soup has a slightly spicy taste, which comes from the addition of chili peppers or jalapenos. It is typically served with tortilla chips, avocado, and cilantro, which add an extra flavorful crunch to the dish. This soup is perfect for the cold winter months or any day when you want a warm and comforting meal.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion in cooking oil until golden brown.
2.	Add chicken broth, and bring to boil.
3.	Add long-grain rice, tomato puree, salt, and pepper.
4.	Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 15 minutes until the rice is cooked.
5.	Add frozen peas, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
6.	Serve hot with tortilla chips, avocado, and cilantro on the top.

PROS

Sopa Ranchera aka Ranch-style soup is a hearty, delicious, and comforting meal to warm you up on a cold day.

It is easy to make and requires simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.

The soup is also low in calories and high in protein and fiber.

CONS

The soup can be a bit spicy because of the addition of chili peppers or jalapenos, which might not be preferable for everyone.

If you are not a fan of spicy food, you can skip the chili pepper or replace it with a milder option like bell pepper.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sopa Ranchera is a healthy soup that offers a wide range of health benefits.
The soup is low in calories and high in protein, making it a perfect meal option for people who want to lose or maintain weight.
The addition of rice and peas also provides fiber, which promotes digestion and prevents constipation.
The soup is also rich in vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, and potassium.

	1/4 cup chopped onion
	1 tablespoon cooking oil
	4 cups chicken broth
	1/4 cup long grain rice
	1/4 cup tomato puree
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1 dash pepper
	1 cup frozen peas