Sopa de Fideo Recipe

Introduction

Sopa de Fideo is a comforting Mexican noodle soup that’s simple to make and full of flavor. With a rich tomato base and perfectly toasted noodles, it’s perfect for a cozy meal any day of the week.

Ingredients

• 1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes
• 1/4 cup + 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon fresh Mexican oregano (or Mediterranean oregano), chopped
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 (7-ounce) package cut fideo pasta
• 1 quart chicken broth or vegetable broth
• 1/3 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

1. Step 1: Make the tomato base by combining the tomatoes, 1/4 cup of olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and cumin in a blender. Blend on high until smooth.
2. Step 2: Toast the noodles by heating the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the fideo pasta and stir frequently, toasting until golden and fragrant, about 4 minutes.
3. Step 3: Add the tomato base to the pot and cook it in the oil for a minute or two. Then pour in the broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the pasta is tender, about 5 minutes.
4. Step 4: Stir in the chopped cilantro and serve warm.

Tips & Variations

• For a richer flavor, add a splash of fresh lime juice just before serving.
• Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version of this soup.
• Swap fideo pasta for vermicelli broken into short pieces if you can’t find it.
• Adding diced jalapeño or a pinch of chili powder can add a pleasant kick.

Storage

Store any leftover sopa de fideo in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, adding a little extra broth or water if the soup has thickened.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use canned diced tomatoes instead of whole tomatoes?

Yes, canned diced tomatoes can be used, but blending whole tomatoes gives a smoother texture that’s traditional for the soup.

What if I don’t have fresh oregano?

You can substitute dried oregano, but reduce the quantity by half since dried herbs are more concentrated.

Sopa de Fideo Recipe

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Sopa de Fideo is a traditional Mexican noodle soup featuring toasted fideo pasta simmered in a flavorful tomato and chicken broth base, infused with garlic, oregano, cumin, and fresh cilantro. This comforting and easy-to-make soup is perfect for a light meal or starter.

• Author: Lena
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Soup
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Mexican
• Diet: Halal

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 the whole tomatoes, 1/4 cup of 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. This forms 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 toast it while stirring frequently, until the noodles turn golden brown and develop a toasted aroma, about 4 minutes. This step adds a rich, nutty flavor to the noodles.
3. Simmer: Pour the tomato base into the pot with toasted noodles and fry in the oil for 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavors. Then add the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer until the fideo pasta is cooked through and tender, about 5 minutes.
4. Serve: Stir the chopped cilantro into the soup just before serving for a fresh herbal brightness. Ladle the hot sopa de fideo into bowls and enjoy immediately.

Notes

• Use fresh Mexican oregano if available for the most authentic flavor, otherwise Mediterranean oregano is a good substitute.
• To keep this recipe vegetarian, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
• Fideo pasta resembles thin vermicelli or angel hair pasta broken into short pieces; if unavailable, broken thin spaghetti can be used.
• For a spicier version, add chopped jalapeños or a pinch of chili powder to the tomato base blended mixture.
• This soup can be garnished with a squeeze of fresh lime, avocado slices, or queso fresco for additional layers of flavor.

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