Sopa de Fideo
Ingredients
- 2 tbspvegetable oil
$0.17
- 8 ozvermicelli noodles
uncooked, $2.87
- 1 mediumonion
$0.76), small dice (about 1 cup, 150g
- 2 clovesgarlic
$0.12), minced (about 1 tbsp
- 1 tspcumin
$0.09
- 28 ozcan whole peeled tomatoes
$1.48
- 6 cchicken broth*
$0.71), (48 oz
- 1 mediumjalapeño
$0.16), whole (optional
- 1 largelime
$0.25), juiced (about 2 tbsp of juice
- ¼ bunchfresh cilantro
optional, $0.21
Directions
- 1
Add the vegetable oil to a large soup pot. Break the vermicelli noodles into one to two inch sections and then add them to the pot. Cook the dry noodles in the oil over medium-low heat while constantly stirring for 3-5 minutes, or until the noodles have turned golden brown and are slightly blistered. You may need to brown the noodles in batches.
- 2
Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and cumin to the pot with the noodles and continue to cook and stir for a few minutes more, or until the onions have softened.
- 3
Add a little of the juice from the can of tomatoes to the pot to stop the browning of the noodles. Use a blender or immersion blender to purée the canned tomatoes along with their remaining juices. Add the puréed tomatoes to the pot with the noodles, along with the six cups of chicken broth.
- 4
If using a jalapeño pepper, add it to the pot whole (this gives a slight jalapeño flavor without too much heat). Place a lid on the pot, turn the heat up to medium high, and allow it to come to a boil. Let the pot simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the noodles are soft. If the noodles absorb too much liquid, feel free to add more tomato sauce or broth if desired.
- 5
Add lime juice and roughly chopped cilantro leaves to the finished soup just before serving. Feel free to slice the jalapeño and use it as a garnish when serving.
Sopa de Fideo
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About this Recipe
Looking for a comforting bowl of soup that’s both incredibly simple and deeply satisfying? Our Sopa de Fideo delivers exactly that – a quick, flavorful embrace that tastes like home. This classic dish transforms humble ingredients into a rich, aromatic experience.
This Sopa de Fideo recipe shines with its straightforward approach, building layers of robust flavor from a vibrant tomato-based broth. The secret lies in toasting the vermicelli noodles, a technique that adds a subtle nutty depth and ensures a perfect texture, setting it apart from ordinary soups.
Prepare for a wonderfully aromatic experience as the savory broth simmers, filling your kitchen with inviting scents. You'll enjoy tender vermicelli noodles swimming in a bright, tangy soup, uplifted by fresh lime juice and the fragrant notes of cilantro. It's a truly heartwarming and light soup, perfect for any occasion, offering a comforting warmth with every spoonful.
Make this Sopa de Fideo your own. While including a whole jalapeño adds a gentle warmth to the broth, it’s entirely optional if you prefer a milder soup. Similarly, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro at the end is recommended for its bright, herbaceous finish, but feel free to omit it if it's not to your taste. For a delicious vegetarian option, simply swap the chicken broth for your favorite vegetable broth.
This comforting Sopa de Fideo is perfect as a light lunch or a delightful starter to a larger meal. Serve it with extra lime wedges for a burst of freshness and a touch of vibrancy.