This is just the right amount of spice and the perfect texture. Check recipe notes for versatility!
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Total Time15 minutesmins
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 1Cup
Ingredients
8OzVeggie broth
2CupsStrained tomato juice
2CupsWater
1Large tomato
1Large Poblano pepper
1Medium onion
3Medium potatoes
3TbspCilantroStems ok
2Organic corn tortillas
1TspGarlic Powder
1TbspGround Cumin
1/2 Tbsp Smoked Serrano
1/2TbspAncho Chili Powder
1/2TspMexican OreganoMay sub Marjoram
1/2TbspSmoked Paprika
1TbspBlack Pepper
Instructions
Remove seeds and membrane from the poblano pepper. Dice into a 1/2" dice.
Peel and chop onion. Dice into a 1/2" dice.
Peel potatoes. Some unblemished peel can remain if they are organic. Dice into a 1/2" dice.
Peel tomatoes. Dice into a 1" dice.
Wash cilantro. Chop into a very fine dice.
Cut across tortillas 3 times. Slice across the other way to create 1/4" strips. Set aside.
Add strained tomatoes, broth and water into a stock pot.
Add all vegetables to the stock. Add seasonings. Only the tortillas should be set aside.
Stir to blend the seasonings into the liquid. Put pot on stove top and bring to a bowl. Turn down to simmer.
Allow soup to simmer for 15 minutes. Add salt to taste. Add tortilla strips.
After tortilla strips have softened, the soup can be ladled into bowls.
Garnish with avocado, cilantro leaves, diced onion, corn, crispy tortilla or topping of choice.
Notes
A Snap Pea Sheep recipeTortilla soup can be done so many ways. Add mushrooms, corn kernels, red beans, hominy, carrots, celery or even zucchini slices to make it a little more hearty as you wish. Blend the recipe - as is - to make an excellent sauce or pureéd soup.