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Comforting Mexican Sopa de Fideos for Cozy Evenings

Experience the warmth of Mexican Sopa de Fideos, a delightful vegetarian noodle soup perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or any neutral oil
  • 7 ounces fideo noodles or angel hair pasta can break into smaller segments
  • 1 can Rotel diced tomatoes and chiles or regular diced tomatoes with chili flakes
  • 1 chopped onion can use shallots as an alternative
  • 2 cloves of garlic fresh minced preferred
  • 1 jalapeño seeded for milder heat
  • a handful chopped cilantro can substitute with parsley
  • 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth for non-vegetarian option

Equipment

  • large saucepot
  • Blender

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepot over medium heat. Add 7 ounces of fideo noodles and toast for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  2. In a blender, combine 1 can of Rotel diced tomatoes, 1 chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 jalapeño, and a handful of chopped cilantro. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour the blended vegetable mixture into the pot with the toasted noodles. Stir and simmer over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add 4 cups of vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes until noodles are al dente.
  5. Season with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Keep an eye on the noodles while toasting to prevent burning. Adjust spice levels to preference.

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