Sopa de Fideo (Mexican Tomato Noodle Soup)

Sopa de Fideo is a comforting Mexican tomato noodle soup made with fideo pasta, tomatoes, and bouillon. Perfect for a quick meal, it serves 4-6 in under 35 minutes.

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Step 1

Toast the pasta: In a medium pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the fideo pasta and stir frequently until the pasta turns a golden brown color, about 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to burn it.

Step 2

Prepare the tomato sauce: In a blender, combine the tomatoes, onion, garlic, and 1 1/2 cups water. Blend until smooth.

Step 3

Strain the sauce: Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer into the pot with the toasted pasta. Use a spoon to press the solids and extract as much liquid as possible.

Step 4

Add bouillon and salt: Add the chicken bouillon and tomato bouillon cubes (or powders) to the pot. Stir to combine. Add salt to taste.

Step 5

Simmer the soup: Add more water to the pot if needed to cover the pasta and tomato mixture — usually about 2 to 3 cups total liquid, but adjust as you go. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover the pot with a lid.

Step 6

Cook and monitor: Let the soup simmer, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the flavors are well combined, about 8-10 minutes. Check periodically to ensure the soup doesn’t dry out. Add more water if it gets too thick.