Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRiviera MayaTortilla Soup Recipe

Tortilla Soup Recipe

Inspired by Riviera Maya
Time50m
Serves6

Broth with chicken, crispy Juliana corn tortilla, cheese, sliced avocado and chile pasilla.

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Ingredients

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Soup Base

Method

Prepare the Soup Base

  1. 1

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are soft and the onion is translucent.

  2. 2

    Add Chicken and Broth

    Stir in the shredded chicken, chicken broth, canned diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes.

Prepare the Tortilla Strips

  1. 3

    Fry Tortilla Strips

    In a separate pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Fry the cut tortilla strips until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain them on paper towels.

Assemble the Soup

  1. 4

    Serve the Soup

    Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Top each bowl with crispy tortilla strips, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced avocado, dried chile pasilla, and chopped fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

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