Tortilla soup is a classic Mexican dish that is typically made with a tomato-based broth, shredded chicken, and crispy tortilla strips. Here is a recipe for tortilla soup:
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 avocado, diced
- 2 cups tortilla chips
Instructions:
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and jalapeño pepper, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the ground cumin and chili powder, and stir to combine.
- Add the diced tomatoes and chicken broth, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for about 15 minutes, until the flavors have blended together.
- Add the shredded cooked chicken to the pot and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with chopped cilantro, diced avocado, and tortilla chips. Serve immediately.
Enjoy your delicious and comforting tortilla soup!