Traditional Mexican Tortilla Soup
A classic and comforting Mexican soup featuring a rich tomato‑chili broth, crispy fried tortilla strips, and traditional garnishes such as avocado, Mexican sour cream, cheese, and pork cracklings. This recipe guides you through making homemade chicken broth and all the authentic toppings for a restaurant‑quality tortilla soup.
IntermediateMexicanServes 6
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Source Video
38m
Prep
1h 52m
Cook
18m
Cleanup
2h 48m
Total
Cost Breakdown
Total cost:$17.30
Per serving:$2.88
Critical Success Points
- • Prepare Chicken Broth
- • Fry Tortilla Strips
- • Fry Pasilla Chile for Garnish (do not burn)
- • Cook and Strain Sauce
Safety Warnings
- • Hot oil can cause severe burns; use caution when frying tortillas and chiles.
- • Let oil cool before handling or disposing.
- • Be careful blending hot liquids—vent the blender lid and cover with a towel to avoid splatters.
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