Description
Sopa de fideo is a heartwarming Mexican noodle soup that envelops you in comfort with its rich, savory broth and silky noodles. Perfect for chilly days or cozy gatherings, this dish combines tender fideo noodles with a medley of vibrant ingredients, making it an unforgettable meal that brings family and friends together. Easy to prepare and versatile, you can enjoy it as a starter or main course, ensuring everyone asks for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz fideo noodles
- 4 cups chicken broth (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Stir in diced tomatoes along with cumin and chili powder; cook until tomatoes soften.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add fideo noodles and cook for about 8 minutes until tender but firm.
- Just before serving, stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice to enhance freshness.
- Serve hot, garnishing with extra cilantro or lime wedges if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, incorporate vegetables like spinach or zucchini. To make it vegetarian, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and add your favorite veggies.