Azteca (Tortilla Chip) Soup Recipe

Name: Azteca (Tortilla Chip) Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
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

Servings: persons

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

1
Place tomatoes in boiling water for about 2 minutes.
2
Remove tomatoes and in a food processor, blend them with the onion and garlic.
3
Heat 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil in a 2 Litre sauce pan. Add the blended tomato mixture. Cook until it changes colour and has a pleasant cooked taste.
4
Add the broth and heat until it just starts to boil. Simmer and add the Epazote leaves, salt and pepper.
5
In a separate pan or griddle roast the dried pasilla chilies in the remaining vegetable oil until they change colour but do not blacken. If burnt, the chillies will taste bitter and unpleasant.
6
To serve, use deep bowls. Pour or ladle in the very hot broth mixture. Place a handful of chips in the soup and garnish with grated cheese, avocado, and sour cream. Serve immediately so the chips do not get soggy.
7
Serve the grilled chillies on the side for individuals to use to their taste.

735

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 -4 medium tomatoes, 1 small white onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Azteca (Tortilla Chip) Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Azteca (Tortilla Chip) Soup

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