Sopa de Fideo
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Sopa de Fideo
Description
Sopa de Fideo combines toasted vermicelli noodles with a seasoned, puréed tomato and chicken broth base. The recipe starts by browning the noodles in oil until golden and slightly blistered, which adds texture and a nutty flavor. Onion, garlic, and cumin enhance the aromatic profile before the puréed canned tomatoes and chicken broth are added. Simmering with an optional whole jalapeño gives a subtle heat without overpowering the mild flavors. A squeeze of fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro added at the end brighten the soup and add herbal notes. This soup offers a balance of toasted noodle texture with a rich, savory tomato broth, making it a satisfying dish especially during cooler weather or when seeking a comforting bowl with a slight tang and subtle spice.
Ingredients
- 1 onion $0.41, medium
- 2 cloves garlic $0.16
- 2 Tbsp vegetable oil $0.04
- 8 oz vermicelli noodles $0.75, uncooked
- 1/2 tsp cumin $0.05
- 28 oz can whole peeled tomatoes $1.39
- 6 cups chicken broth $0.79
- 1 jalapeño $0.05, medium; optional
- 1 lime $0.25, medium
- 1/4 bunch cilantro $0.22, fresh, optional
Instructions
- Dice the onion and mince the garlic so they are ready to go when needed.
- Add the vegetable oil to a large soup pot. Break the vermicelli noodles into one to two inch sections and then add them to the pot. Cook the dry noodles in the oil over medium-low heat while constantly stirring for 3-5 minutes, or until the noodles have turned golden brown and are slightly blistered.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and cumin to the pot with the noodles and continue to cook and stir for a few minutes more, or until the onions have softened.
- Add a little of the juice from the can of tomatoes to the pot to stop the browning of the noodles. Use a blender or immersion blender to purée the canned tomatoes along with their remaining juices. Add the puréed tomatoes to the pot with the noodles, along with the six cups of chicken broth.
- If using a jalapeño pepper, add it to the pot whole (this gives a slight jalapeño flavor without too much heat). Place a lid on the pot, turn the heat up to medium high, and allow it to come to a boil. Let the pot simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the noodles are soft.
- Add lime juice and roughly chopped cilantro leaves to the finished soup just before serving (I used juice from half the lime, but adjust to your liking).
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 61.5 cups each
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1619 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1.5cups | |
| Calories | 161.9kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 38.35g | 13% |
| Protein | 5.2g | 10% |
| Fat | 9.1g | 14% |
| Sodium | 1023.55mg | 43% |
| Fiber | 4.48g | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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