Azteca Soup

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"This is a very popular Mexican soup. It can be served with any other Mexican dish. If you can not purchase chipotle chilies in your ethnic section of your grocery store try substituting smoked jalapenos." — ANDRÉE

Directions

Heat oil in large sauce pan and carefully drop in cut up tortillas. Fry until golden brown and crunchy. Cover a plate with a paper towel, place done tortillas on towel and pat dry, absorbing excess oil. Sprinkle salt on top of tortillas, trying to coat both sides.
Using a blender or food processor, blend tomatoes, onion and cilantro until completely pureed.
In a saucepan heat chicken broth, chipotle chili and pureed vegetables. Bring to a boil and then serve. Prior to serving, add tortillas and avocado cubes to soup or place tortillas and avocado cubes into individual serving bowls. Buen provecho!

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Editor's Note
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Oct 18, 2002

I loved this soup. It's quick, easy and very tasty. For a more low fat version of the tortilla strips, I sprayed the strips with olive oil, and then baked them at 375 degrees until they got crispy.

—BSARDELLA

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jan 27, 2003

I am a Latina who loves Cilantro, but this soup had a little too much. Otherwise, it was great.

—SANDRA75

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Oct 15, 2003

I loved this soup. I do suggest that adding chopped raw onion and bit of lime juice does just the trick. The lime juice is essential when adding chicken. Thanks Andree!

—CHEVITOVERDE

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Jan 11, 2003

Wow...what a recipe! I brings back happy memories for me. It is nice, easy and quick to prepare. I did not use as much oil as recommended...the amount of cilantro was a bit much, it should be used as a garnish only, with lime, onions etc. Adding a cup or two of chicken would be just perfect. I will prepare this in order to use my Thanksgiving "saved-over" turkey. Gracias Andre, tu sopa es digna de un soberano Azteca !!!

—ISSIS

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Nov 23, 2009

I used some canned substitutes and it was still great...drained diced tomatoes instead of fresh and canned diced chilles instead of adobo. I also added canned black beans and corn a couple times for a heartier soup. Always topped with monterey jack cheese and tortilla strips (or chips). Always enjoyed to the last drop!

—MONKEYDID

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Oct 06, 2008

Absolutely great! I usually use water instead of chicken broth and I add lime juice. Wonderful result!

—DiamondGirl amanecer

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Nov 02, 2006

LOVED IT! Exactly the soup recipe I have been looking for the past 3 years! SO easy to make and great leftover (if there are any!!) A couple of variations to try: add 2 T uncooked long-grain rice; add cooked and cubed chicken breast; add sliced andouille sausage; the possibilities are endless!

—Lindsay Ritchie

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May 05, 2003

We loved this soup. I sprayed the tortillas with cooking spray and baked them and they turned out perfect. I also added some shredded chicken to the soup and sprinkled a little cheddar cheese on top along with the avacado and tortilla strips when serving. We thought is was even better the next day.

—PICANTE

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Nutrition

Calories
360 kcal
18%

Carbohydrates
37 g
12%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
21.2 g
33%

Fiber
10.4 g
42%

Protein
9.6 g
19%

Sodium
2058 mg
82%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Azteca Soup

Serving Size: 1/5 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 5
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 360
Calories from Fat: 191

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21.2g 33 %
Saturated Fat 3.1g 16 %
Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
Sodium 2058mg 82 %
** Potassium 916mg 26 %
Total Carbohydrates 37g 12 %
Dietary Fiber 10.4g 42 %
Protein 9.6g 19 %
** Sugars 4.8g
** Vitamin A 27 %
** Vitamin C 37 %
** Calcium 10 %
** Iron 19 %
** Thiamin 21 %
** Niacin 48 %
** Vitamin B6 28 %
** Magnesium 27 %
** Folate 52 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.