By Tabitha
Charred Poblano Soup with Toasted Tofu
10 steps
Prep:35minCook:35min
https://www.realsimple.com/charred-poblano-soup-with-toasted-tofu-11881628
Updated at: Wed, 11 Mar 2026 23:14:28 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
43
Low
Glycemic Load
10
Moderate
Nutrition per serving
Calories351.3 kcal (18%)
Total Fat22.9 g (33%)
Carbs24 g (9%)
Sugars4.7 g (5%)
Protein14.4 g (29%)
Sodium1369.7 mg (68%)
Fiber4.4 g (16%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
8 clovesgarlic
large
5poblano chiles
medium
1white onion
large, peeled and quartered lengthwise, root end trimmed but intact
3 Tbspolive oil
divided
1 x 16 ozextra-firm tofu
pkg, drained, patted dry, and cut into 3/4-in cubes
1 tspchili powder
2 ¾ tspkosher salt
divided
3 cupstortilla chips
½ cupfresh cilantro
roughly chopped, plus leaves for garnish
¼ cupsour cream
1.5 Tbspfresh lime juice
Instructions
Step 1
Broil vegetables:
Step 2
Preheat broiler with oven rack 6 inches from heat. Toss together garlic, chiles, onion, and 1 tablespoon oil on a large rimmed baking sheet; spread into an even layer. Broil, flipping vegetables occasionally, until lightly charred and tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
Step 3
Cook tofu:
Step 4
Meanwhile, toss together tofu, chili powder, 1 tablespoon oil, and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl until tofu is evenly coated. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium. Add tofu; cook, flipping occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.
Step 5
Remove stems and seeds:
Step 6
Once chiles are cool enough to handle, remove and discard stems and seeds. Transfer chiles, garlic, and onion to a blender. Add 3 1/2 cups warm water, tortilla chips, cilantro, sour cream, lime juice, and remaining 2 teaspoons salt. Process until smooth, about 90 seconds.
Step 7
Garnish and serve:
Step 8
Top soup with toasted tofu. Garnish with cilantro leaves.
Step 9
Make-Ahead and Storage Instructions
Step 10
Make up to 3 days ahead; allow to cool completely to room temperature before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Alternatively, store in freezer-safe containers, leaving space at the top for expansion, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating on the stovetop or microwave until piping hot.












