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Tortilla Soup

This authentic Mexican-style tortilla soup is a vibrant, high-protein dish that delivers a wonderful depth of flavour. By poaching a whole chicken with smoky chipotle chillies and aromatics, you create a rich, restorative broth that far surpasses anything made with shop-bought stock. Combining tender shredded meat with zesty lime and a hint of spice, it is topped with charred corn and crispy tortilla strips for a satisfying contrast of textures.

Perfect for a healthy midweek dinner or a weekend gathering, this nourishing soup is both comforting and incredibly versatile. The inclusion of fresh avocado and cherry tomatoes adds a refreshing finish, while the high protein content makes it an excellent choice for those seeking a balanced, filling meal. Serve it in deep bowls with plenty of lime wedges on the side for an extra hit of citrus.

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Ingredients for Tortilla Soup

  • 450g chicken

  • 1 cebola, cortada em quatro

  • 1 carrot, peeled, chopped

  • 5 garlic cloves, smashed

  • 2 dried chipotle chillies

  • 1 jalapeño (with seeds), halved lengthwise

  • 7 coriander sprigs

  • 3 tablespoons (or more) fresh lime juice

  • Sal kosher e pimenta-do-reino moída na hora

  • Óleo vegetal (para fritar)

  • 5 corn tortillas, cut in 1/2"-thick strips

  • 2 ears of husked corn, or 300g frozen, thawed corn kernels

  • Chopped fresh coriander, halved cherry tomatoes, avocado wedges, queso fresco or mild feta

  • Ingredient info: Look for chipotle chillies at specialty foods stores and Latin markets.

  • Um termômetro para fritura profunda

Bring chicken, onion, carrot, garlic, chipotles, jalapeño, and 3850ml water to a boil in a large pot; skim foam from surface. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, skimming the surface frequently, until chicken is cooked through, about 1 hour.

Transfer chicken to a plate. Strain broth into another large pot. Return chillies to broth, if a spicier broth is desired; discard remaining solids. Shred chicken meat; discard skin and bones. Transfer chicken meat to a medium bowl and set aside.

Meanwhile, set pot with strained broth over medium heat and add coriander sprigs. Bring broth to a simmer; cook until reduced to 1200g , about 1 hour. Discard sprigs and chillies, if using. Stir in 3 tablespoons lime juice. Season with salt, pepper, and more lime juice, if desired. Add chicken to broth. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 days ahead. Chill until cold, then cover and keep chilled.

Attach deep-fry thermometer to the side of a large cast-iron skillet or other heavy skillet. Pour oil into skillet to a depth of 1". Heat over medium heat until thermometer registers 177°C to 182°C. Working in batches, fry tortilla strips, turning occasionally, until crisp and golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes per batch. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain. Season with salt.

Cook corn over a gas flame or under a grill, turning occasionally, until charred in spots. Let stand until cool enough to handle. Cut kernels from cobs in strips. Discard cobs. (Alternatively, cook kernels in a large skillet over high heat until charred in spots.)

Rewarm broth with chicken. Divide soup among bowls. Top generously with corn, tortilla strips, coriander, tomatoes, avocado, and crumbled queso fresco.

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  • 28 Jan 2026 | Publicado originalmente

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