The Mansion On Turtle Creek Tortilla Soup

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Servings: 10 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, smoky tomato and chili broth thickened with crispy fried tortilla strips.
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The Mansion On Turtle Creek Tortilla Soup

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 10 Calories: 317.4

Description

This iconic Houston classic delivers a robust, smoky flavor profile that is both comforting and sophisticated. The base features a deep reduction of fresh onion and tomato purees, infused with fire-roasted New Mexican chilies and earthy epazote. The soup is thickened by frying corn tortilla strips in garlic-infused oil, creating a velvety texture without needing heavy cream. It is an excellent choice for a hearty lunch or a dinner party centerpiece, offering a perfect balance of heat from jalape&# 195;±os and brightness from fresh lemon juice.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat corn oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add cut tortilla strips and garlic cloves, sautéing until tortillas are crisp and garlic is golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in onion puree and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until reduced by half.
  4. Add tomato puree, roasted chilies, jalapeños, cumin, coriander, epazote, bay leaf, and chicken stock.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for approximately 40 minutes.
  6. Skim any fat from the surface if necessary.
  7. Process the soup through a food mill or blender to achieve a smooth consistency, thinning with additional stock if too thick.
  8. Season to taste with salt, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper.
  9. Serve hot, topped with shredded chicken, avocado cubes, cheddar cheese, and extra fried tortilla strips.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 317.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.6g29%
Saturated Fat 3.1g16%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 333.0mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 28.9g10%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 5.2g11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, chili, comfort food, dinner, epazote, houston, jalapeno, new mexican, roasted, smoky, tomato, tortilla, vegan option
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