Tarascan Soup Recipe

Name: Tarascan Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Ancho chilies seeded, stemmed, and quickly fried in oil; 1 chili ancho, sliced and fried for garnish; 6 tomatoes small or 4 large, roasted; 1 clove garlic; 1/4 onion plus one slice; vegetable oil as needed to fry; 3 3/8 cups beans cooked canary, may be substituted with any other light-colored variety; 8 7/16 cups chicken broth; 1 1/8 pounds tortillas thinly sliced, fried, and drained; 1 avocado diced; 7 ounces panela cheese diced, or farmer's cheese or high moisture mozzarella; sour cream; chicken cooked and shredded, optional

Servings: persons

2 Ancho chilies seeded, stemmed, and quickly fried in oil
1 chili ancho, sliced and fried for garnish
6 tomatoes small or 4 large, roasted
1 clove garlic
1/4 onion plus one slice
vegetable oil as needed to fry
3 3/8 cups beans cooked canary, may be substituted with any other light-colored variety
8 7/16 cups chicken broth
1 1/8 pounds tortillas thinly sliced, fried, and drained
1 avocado diced
7 ounces panela cheese diced, or farmer's cheese or high moisture mozzarella
sour cream
chicken cooked and shredded, optional

1
In a blender, add the 2 chilies, tomato, garlic, and 1/4 onion. Strain.
2
In a deep pot, heat a tablespoon of oil. Add the onion slice and fry until lightly brown. Remove and discard the onion slice.
3
In the oil, add the chili sauce and stir using a wooden spoon. Season to taste and cook over medium heat.
4
Separately, puree the cooked beans in a blender. Add bean broth as needed to puree. Strain.
5
Once the sauce has boiled and thickened, add the beans.
6
Add the chicken broth, season, and let it boil. Add salt if needed.
7
Pour the hot soup into a bowl, add the fried tortilla slices, avocado, cheese, sour cream, and chicken.

1704

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

191

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Ancho chilies seeded, stemmed, and quickly fried in oil, 1 chili ancho, sliced and fried for garnish, 6 tomatoes small or 4 large, roasted, 1 clove garlic, and more.

Yes, Tarascan 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.

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Tarascan Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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