First time I heard of tortilla soup I thought tortilla soup was honesty based on tortillas, and did not sound like anything I wanted to try. (When I grew up in Sweden there weren’t a lot of Mexican restaurantsJ) But then when I was served this soup for the first time I love it. It had a spicy tomato base, with chicken, corn, cilantro and fresh hot tortilla chip. It was just a cup of goodies. So I ended up doing some research on tortilla soups and there are kinds of version on it, some are just a broth base, some have tomatoes, some do not, and some serve with lime and avocado, and some serve with tortillas in the soup and some serve with tortilla garnish. It is really up to you of what goodies you like. This is my favorite version of it.
I made this soup last weekend hoping it would last for a few days and it was gone the first night, tell you how much my husband enjoyed it. What is your version of this soup?
Tortilla Soup
Yields: 4-6 serving | Cook Time: 30 minutes
4 (6-inch) corn tortillas, preferably a little old and dried out
1 tbsp of vegetable oil
1 large onion chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
1 medium jalapeño chili chopped OR 2 tsp chili powder (Depending on the hotness and flavor desired)
1 tbsp of chopped fresh cilantro
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 tsp cumin
4 cups chicken stock (my version is a little spicier)
1 bay leaf
1 cup corn
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1/2 cup (2 oz) shredded mild cheddarPreheat the oven to 300F. Cut the tortillas into match stickers. Place them in an even layer on a baking sheet and toast in the oven, about 15 minutes. Set aside for garnish.
Heat the oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, 5-6 minutes. Add the tomatoes and continue to cook, 3 minutes. Add the cilantro, chili powder/jalapeno, salt, pepper, cumin and cook for another 2 minutes.
Add the broth, corn and bay leaf. Stir well, bring the soup to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes.
Serve the soups in heated bowl, add shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and top with tortilla strips.
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karin says
March 30, 2011 at 9:59 pmvilken kul idé!
Kankana says
March 30, 2011 at 10:22 pmThis looks classic and not very heavy too. It sounds very tangy .. something like Rasam, a south Indian delicacy 🙂
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says
March 31, 2011 at 5:36 amThis looks great!
sonia says
March 31, 2011 at 8:27 amThe tortilla soup is looking so warm and comforting, a perfect bowl for every evening…. !
Elle says
March 31, 2011 at 8:45 amI’d love some for lunch today! That bowl is so inviting.
carolinaheartstrings says
March 31, 2011 at 8:48 amThis is my next must try soup! Looks wonderful.
Cookin' Canuck says
March 31, 2011 at 9:37 amBeautiful, Ewa! Tortilla soup is my husband and son’s favorite soup. Your version looks wonderful.
Samantha Angela @ Bikini Birthday says
March 31, 2011 at 11:12 amMmm. those falvours sound amazing!
Samantha Angela @ Bikini Birthday says
March 31, 2011 at 11:12 amMmm. those flavours sound amazing!
Maris (In Good Taste) says
March 31, 2011 at 3:22 pmOoh this soup looks so good. Perfect for this nice chilly night!
Stitchfork says
March 31, 2011 at 6:47 pmLove tortilla soup, especially with a little hot kick to it! And like very, very thin strips of crunchy torrilla sprinkled on top. Now craving soup…
xo Cathy
Splendid Willow says
March 31, 2011 at 9:28 pmHi friend,
This will be my Monday dish! I think the kids will like it! Thank you.
We are checking in at the hotel tomorrow. Shall we stop by on our way back home? Maybe you can show me that Stumble thing and/or we just have some coffee and filled cake! (:
Warm hugs to you.
Mon
Lindsey @ Gingerbread Bagels says
April 1, 2011 at 6:06 amYour tortilla soup is just gorgeous and it looks so flavorful. I LOVE tortilla soup and will definitely have to try out your recipe. 🙂
HasaSlasa says
April 1, 2011 at 2:02 pmOMG!!! hittade dig just!!! u should know how close I was to start licking the screen… =)
tur man kan gnaga på datorn ibland som substitut…annars skulle vågen flippa!!!!!
Barbara @moderncomfortfood says
April 2, 2011 at 6:31 amI’ve never actually made tortilla soup, but your version looks to be a delicious one to start with. I like that you’ve kept things light here — with moderate use of oil and cheese — and added in plenty of vegetables. Your photos are always so stunning, Ewa, and make me want to try everything you make!
Megan says
April 2, 2011 at 6:46 pmThis sounds similar to my taco soup. I’ll have to try your recipe next time I make soup.
megan @ whatmegansmaking says
April 4, 2011 at 4:08 pmI love tortilla soup! This looks like a great version 🙂
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