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Sopa de Fideo Recipe

Sopa de Fideo Recipe
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Sopa de Fideo is a comforting Mexican noodle soup featuring toasted fideo pasta simmered in a flavorful tomato and oregano broth, garnished with fresh cilantro. This simple, hearty soup brings warmth and authentic Mexican flavors to your table in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Tomato Base

  • 1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon fresh Mexican oregano (or Mediterranean oregano), chopped
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

Soup

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 (7-ounce) package cut fideo pasta
  • 1 quart chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1/3 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Make tomato base: Combine whole tomatoes, 1/4 cup olive oil, garlic cloves, chopped oregano, kosher salt, and ground cumin in a blender. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating the flavorful tomato base for the soup.
  2. Toast noodles: Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large soup pot (at least 4 quarts) over medium heat. Add the fideo pasta and stir frequently, toasting the noodles until they turn a golden brown and have a toasty aroma, about 4 minutes. This step adds a nutty depth to the soup.
  3. Simmer: Pour the blended tomato base into the pot with the toasted noodles and fry for 1 to 2 minutes to meld the flavors. Then, add the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer until the fideo pasta is tender and cooked through, approximately 5 minutes.
  4. Serve: Stir chopped fresh cilantro into the soup to add a bright, herbal note. Ladle the sopa de fideo into bowls and serve hot for a comforting and flavorful meal.

Notes

  • You can substitute vegetable broth to make this recipe vegetarian or vegan friendly.
  • Fresh Mexican oregano is preferred for authentic flavor, but Mediterranean oregano is an acceptable substitute.
  • For added protein, serve with shredded cooked chicken or top with crumbled queso fresco.
  • Fideo pasta can be found in most Latin grocery stores or online; if unavailable, vermicelli noodles broken into small pieces can be used as a substitute.
  • Adjust salt to taste, especially if your broth is already salted.

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Keywords: Sopa de Fideo, Mexican Soup, Fideo Pasta Soup, Tomato Soup, Mexican Noodles, Authentic Mexican Recipe

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