Traditional Mexican Fideo Soup Recipe
A heartwarming Mexican noodle soup featuring toasted vermicelli in a rich tomato-based broth, perfectly seasoned with traditional Mexican spices.
Ingredients
- 8 oz fideo noodles or thin vermicelli
- 3 medium tomatoes chopped
- 1 medium onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo optional
Instructions
- Blend tomatoes, onion, and garlic into a smooth puree.
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add fideo noodles and toast until golden brown, stirring constantly (3-4 minutes).
- Remove noodles and set aside.
- In the same pot, add tomato puree and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add cumin, oregano, and bay leaves, stirring well.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add toasted noodles and reduce heat to simmer.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes until noodles are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 580mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 34g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g