Tortilla Soup Recipe
Crispy tortillas, cilantro, lime crema
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Ingredients
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Soup Base
Tortillas
Lime Crema
Method
Soup Preparation
- 1
- 2
Add Tomatoes and Broth
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes with their juice and the vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
- 3
Season the Soup
Add the ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
- 4
Incorporate Beans and Corn
Add the corn kernels and black beans to the pot. Simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Finish with Cilantro
Stir in the chopped cilantro just before serving.
Tortilla Preparation
- 6
Fry Tortillas
In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Cut each corn tortilla into strips or wedges and fry them in batches until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Lime Crema Preparation
- 7
Make Lime Crema
In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, lime juice, and lime zest. Mix until well combined. Adjust seasoning with salt if necessary.
