Description
A classic Mexican comfort food, sopita is a simple and savory tomato noodle soup that’s warm, satisfying, and perfect for busy nights or cozy afternoons. Toasted fideo noodles are simmered in a flavorful tomato broth until tender, then topped with your favorite garnishes like queso fresco, avocado, and lime. It’s nostalgic, quick to make, and loved by kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups fideo pasta (or broken vermicelli)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 Roma tomatoes (or ½ cup tomato sauce)
- 1 small white onion (¼ cup, chopped)
- 1 garlic clove
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: pinch of cumin or oregano
2 . Toppings:
- Crumbled queso fresco
- Chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Diced avocado
Instructions
- Blend tomatoes, onion, and garlic with ½ cup broth until smooth.
- In a medium pot, heat oil and toast the fideo until golden brown.
- Carefully add the tomato blend to the pot and stir to cook it down for 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in the remaining broth, season with salt and pepper, and optional spices.
- Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10–12 minutes until the noodles are tender.
- Serve hot with desired toppings.
Notes
- Watch the noodles closely while toasting—they brown quickly.
- Add cooked vegetables or beans to make it heartier.
- For extra richness, stir in a spoon of tomato paste or a dash of crema.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg